Switch from minoxidil 5% to 2% for a female?

Question

I'm a female, with hair loss problem , and I start using minoxidil 5% for almost 2 years already , so now only I notice minoxidil 5% is for male , so may I change to minoxidil 2% now ?

Joyce Davis, MD · Answer

Initially, 2% Minoxidil was the only strength for women.  It's use was twice daily.   Now the 5% strength is FDA approved for women, but only once daily. If you are having good results there is no need to change.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Minoxidil 5 % is also now FDA approved for women. Women have been using 5 % as an off label use for many years prior. I would advise you to review with your physician. Many women use 5 % minoxidil.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

if minoxidil 5% is working for you, there is no need to switch to the 2% solution just because of the label on the bottle

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