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I am 28 years girl. Going to get Marriage in 3 months (Nov). My dermatologist asked me to use minoxidil 5% for my hair fall problem. ( 2 months back I used minoxidil 2%. Couldn't see better result so he suggested this) I searched web, it says 5% is used by only mens.i am worried to use. whether I can use or not. Will it affect marriage sex life?Plz

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U cn bt u hv to use it lifetime...if u stop it...ur hair wud call again ...  Read More

Which pharma company's minoxidil 5% is advisable for women for hair growth and for how long it should be used ?

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It is not advisable to use without proper examination and prescription as it is not meant for all types of hairfall. Please call me and visit my clinic or send photos using online consult option for p ...  Read More

I'm using Minoxidil 5% since the past 1 year now. Can I undergo any hair chemical treatments like global hair colour etc. How many days should I skip applying Minoxidil before and after the chemical treatment? Is there any side effect ? Please advise

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You can undergo hair color but if u have hairfall till now , please apply medicated hair color like cuticolor or altris hd. U neednot skip minoxidil after u apply hair Color ...  Read More

Hi if we search in google about minoxidil 5% there has been many brand names among them which one would be more effective and suggest me one effective minoxidil 5% name

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Cannot prescribe here. Please call or contact using online consult option on Practo app. ...  Read More

Doc has advised 5% once at night along with redensyl serum for 6 month however i am concerned about hair fall post stoppage ? How to taper minoxidil for min hair fall???

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Is minoxidil 5 safe for hair loss treatment ? How long I can use it and what is the outcome of this. Any visual side effects of this medicine?

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ...  Read More

Is using minoxidil 5℅ safe?Like does it have any side effects?M facing thinning of hair Nd loss.plus in beard there are grey hairs.

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts refeeding from the front. T ...  Read More

Hello Sir/ma'am,I use 1ml 5% minoxidil solution daily, i just wanted to know if i can use harbal shampoos free from toxins and chemicals to wash my hair since I'm applying minoxidil, right now I use selsun but is it okay to replace it with some other chemical free shampoo/herbal shampoo with natural ingredients?

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You can... however treatment depends on the grade...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible ...  Read More

Hi, I have patchy beard. Can I use Reddy labs minoxidil 5% solution for full beard growth?? If so how much time would it take to grow the full beard. Thanks

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No.. Don't worry Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosi ...  Read More

I used minoxidil 10 for about 2 years once a day application. Can I now shift it to minoxidil 5? for maintenance?

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Yes Prothrix hair serum twice daily for 6 months. It is in a water base so it will not dry your scalp or hair ...  Read More

Can I quit minoxidil?? If I don't use minoxidil can I get my hair back which are lost in shedding phase

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Minoxidil will help in controlling progression and induce growth as well. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management ...  Read More

I have male pattern baldness starting stage,I have been taking topical minoxidil 5% for 2 years. For past 60 days i have not applied, I find if difficult to apply when tired from work. Can I take oral minoxidil as it's easy to continue What dose should I take. Please suggest?

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Kindly share history and photos Get treated with online consultation ...  Read More

Hi, I consulted a dermatologist for hair thinning and hair loss from hairline and a little bit at crown. They have advised me topical minoxidil 5% once per day and ketoconazole shampoo. However I am not entirely sure about using minoxidil, could someone please help me with pros and cons of applying it? Will it affect my blood pressure? What are the

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Can by psychological, Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed to rule out other causes ...  Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Hi. Consult online for questions regarding the same ...  Read More

Hi use Minoxidil 5% Topical potion. I also take Telvas for BP which is under control at 130/90 but recently someone suggested that Minoxidil increases BP and suggested WellGrow. Is it safe? Any other solution i can use or well grow 5% is good and hope it doesnt increase bp.

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Minoxidil not increases BP ...  Read More

Have used topical finasteride 0.1% along with minoxidil 5% , i only used for 2 days and 1 ml each day , I got to know finasteride causes side effects like sexual and harmonal issues , i quitted right away , making it a two days use , will i get any side effects ? And what about the concept of persistent sexual side effects from finasteride, did it

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No self treatment with incomplete knowledge ...  Read More

Hi I have been using nmxia yuth 5 minoxidil solution from past 1 year as per my doctor suggestion.Due to limited availability, can I switch to morr 5 solution.if so,will I have hair shedding again

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello doc, I started topical minoxidil 5% from 4 days as prescribed. I have anxiety problem. I feeling muscle twitch occasionally on chest started from 2 days.Is it due to using topical solution or it's just a normal muscle twitch?? I have vitamin D deficiency

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My Hair is falling since 10 years. Tried 2 big clinic. Not that much result and this is my hair presently (image). Should I use Minoxidil 5% and Finasterite 0.25% both in form of Hair Liquid Drops? Hair type- No dandruff, little oily.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Do Indian doctors prescribe oral minoxidil or only topical minoxidil? And when they go for oral minoxidil or topical minoxidil?

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Topical minoxidil ...  Read More

Have hairfall, looking to buy Minoxidil. Previously used 5% Minoxidil oil based but it was not at all effective and started to get pimples because of the oil. I'm looking for Minoxidil 10% with Finasteride and no alcohol or oil to apply on my scalp.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello Kindly suggest a dht blocker for women or any topical solution with minoxidil and dht blocker

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It cannot be suggested without examination. For proper prescription,.please contact using online consult option ...  Read More

Can I use minoxidil 5% on the cheeks for patchy beard and redensyl on the scalp for better hair health at the same time .

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Hello Sir. Opt for an online consultation. Kindly Do not self medicate through watching reels. ...  Read More

I have Beta thal trait & IRBB is it safe to continue using topical minoxidil 5% ? I have no deficiency of b12 Ferritin and folate

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Topical is safe ...  Read More

My doctor prescribed cipla tugain minoxidil 5% finastride. 1% for hair growth. He says topical application is safe, but some people say even topical application causes dizziness or vertigo or increases blood pressure. Can anyone confirm that topical application is 100% safe from side effects like vertigo?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My dermatologist recommended cipla tugain men 5% minoxidil with .1% finastride for hair growth. But some people say I shouldn't apply minoxidil on scalp since I am on medication for hypertension (i take nebistar 5mg in morning, telma 40mg at night). My dermatologist says it's okay for bp patients to apply minoxidil on hair, it wont increase bp. Wh

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It shouldn’t be a matter of concern as the systemic absorption is very very low. U should go ahead with the application of minoxidil. ...  Read More

I was recommended by a dermatologist to use minoxidil 5% serum for three months, for my hairfall. It has been more than 6 months, I was consistent for 3 months but then I didn't use it for a couple of months. Now I have continued it again. My hairfall has reduced and I've seen significant hair growth. Should I discontinue minoxidil? If so, how shou

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Minoxidil can be used daily for 6-8 months. Once you observe halt of hairloss and new growth, donot stop. Apply twice or thrice a week for maintenance. ...  Read More

I am currently using 5% minoxidil (Dr Reddy) after shaving my hair (0.5 mm). Can I use hair growth serum (4% anagain + 3% Baicapil + 1% Capilia) alongwith minoxidil. (is it safe)? I am suffering from male pattern baldness.

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Hello... Better use one serum at a time Along with healthy diet Using more serums can cause some side effects also Kindly consult online for better understanding ...  Read More

Can women get periods in the first timster of pragnency 5 days each cycle is it possible for women to experience period not implantation bleed

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Sometimes decidual fusion is not complete so in 1st trimester of pregnancy patient may bleed on regular menstrual date till placenta forms and takes it’s position ...  Read More

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