If I shift from minoxidil to regain, would my hair shed again?

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I am right now using topical solution 5% minoxidil given by advance hair studio. But I want to shift to rogaine. So if I shift will my shedding phase will start again

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Rogaine is a brand name for 5% minoxidil.  There is no difference other than the cost and the name.  It contains the same drug.

Nikki D. Hill, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hi Abhi1989,Minoxidil 5% topical solution is the generic name of Rogaine 5% topical solution.  So it is quite alright to switch between the two products.  I do caution to make sure the product from advanced hair studio is in fact minoxidil 5% only and doesn't have other herbs or chemicals for stimulating hair growth or you may experience a little change in the hair.  Otherwise, switching between brand and generic is fine.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Rogaine is minoxidil, just the brand name for it.You can easily switch from the generic to the brand name and visa versa.

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