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Can I switch to minoxidil 2% after using 5% ?

Rahul Majumder
I am 22 years old male.I am using minoxidil and finasteride for about 2 years .now I am pretty happy with the results . so now I am thinking if I switch to minoxidil 2% now what will happen? As minoxidil 5% is costly here . it will reduce my cost. So , will it maintain my hair ?or will start my hair fall again ? What will happen to my hair after switching to minoxidil 2%? Minoxidil 5% is very costly out here .what should I do ? I will be obliged If u provide any suggestions ..thank you sir..

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