Had Minoxidil stopped working for me? Suddenly losing a lot of hairs.

April 13, 2018
Asked By:iamdibyarup in Kolkata, 30

I'm on minoxidil since 6 months and now suddenly losing a lot of hairs.It was all well till the 5th month.And then after that suddenly hair fall increased and it's excessive now.Had minoxidil stopped working for me? P.S- There was an initial shedding but after 3 months it was all fine till the 5th month.

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Answer: Minoxidil effectiveness over time? Englewood Cliffs New Jersey

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July 17, 2018

Answer: The effects of minoxidil can wane over time, even if used daily. There are more effective treatments for pattern hair loss

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Answer: The effects of minoxidil can wane over time, even if used daily. There are more effective treatments for pattern hair loss

April 15, 2018

Answer: Suddenly losing a lot of hairs.

April 15, 2018

Answer: Suddenly losing a lot of hairs.

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Answer: Minoxidil

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