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Minoxidil usage
Hi I have been prescribed to use Anaboom 5% minoxidil solution for hair loss (due to pcos). I'm using it for a month now. I experience dizziness at times and also blurred vision, again sometimes. Is this normal or should I discontinue it? Please suggest
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Alternate safe medicine available..You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Try reducing it to 2% , 1ml max at one time alternate days. If ok after few days, make it daily. But dont exceed that and if problem still persists stop.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Tarunveer Singh Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Jalandhar
You can try using it alternate days. Make sure you apply after having meal.
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Dr. Arpita
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Ahmedabad
Do apply on alternative days
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