Can Women Use Minoxidil 5% and 15% for Men? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Can Women Use Minoxidil 5% and 15% for Men?

because of it having a stronger strength like 5% and 15%

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Maya0909
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Minoxidil Okay for Women

The safest dosage of minoxidil for women to use is, of course, the 2% concentration. This moderate formula was created for women's use and can be bought over the counter at any pharmacy as Women's Rogaine. Some hair loss specialists would suggest a woman use the men's 5% formula for severe hair thinning. However there will most likely be side effects, to include: Scalp itching Scalp irritation Facial hair growth A woman should not use the 15%... more

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Juliabars 28 Jul 2012
I agree with Dr. Umar. Please, before you buy any minoxidil products, check out my review to understand the potential side effects and please get your blood pressure checked prior to usage just in case you already have low blood pressure levels.

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