If I use minoxidil 5% 2ml twice a day. Will the prescribed dose 1ml twice a day work effectively after that?

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After using 2m of 5%l minoxidil twice a day. Can I safely switch to prescribed dose of 1ml twice a day without losing my hair. Or due to lower the dose I will lose my hair?

William Woessner, MD · Answer

Yes it will, but you should only use the prescribed dose from now, on for the best results possible.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

At 2 mL twice per day, you are exceeding the recommended FDA approved dose. By reducing the dose, hair loss can certainly occur. Speak to your physician about the appropriate steps now to balance safety and efficacy.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Using minoxidil is often trial and error. You need to find the right dose by experimentation and see what works for you

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