How long will Minoxidil effects take to wear off once stopped?

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I used minoxidil (5%) topical for 3 days straight on my face (Once a day). On the fourth morning started feeling light headed and dizzy. Now it's been 5 days since I stopped but still feel lightheaded and dizzy from time to time. When will the effects completely wear off?

Mark Waldman, MD · Answer

I have a patient who occasionally complains of something similar to this-fairly rare that I have seen.  I would think that if it hasn’t cleared up within 1-2 weeks or isn’t significantly better within that time frame you should see your primary care.  You just want to confirm that’s there isn’t a coincidence of timing and something else isnt causing the issue

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Minoxidil will wear off within a few days after stopping it, but it is possibly that some of the side effects might persist for a couple of weeks.

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