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What can I do to increase the absorption of minoxidil in the scalp?

Sauvage123Apr 27, 2018
Is there any cream or substance? Acids, etc. Also are 3 months of applying too early to see results?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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Answered on Apr 29, 2018
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Answered on May 7, 2018
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