Can I stop foam minoxidil Rogaine safely after about 20 days of use?

May 4, 2016
Asked By:kyle27 in Littleton, CO

I have thinning in the crown and the front hairline. I started rogaine and had no idea how bad the shedding would be. I've also been experiencing the side effects and don't want to make this a long term problem. I know you can become dependent on minoxidil and wanted to make sure I haven't hit that point yet.

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May 7, 2016

Answer: Hair loss -- PRP, Progesterone, Viviscal, Rogaine, Finesteride

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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May 7, 2016

Answer: Hair loss -- PRP, Progesterone, Viviscal, Rogaine, Finesteride

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 26, 2016

Answer: If minoxidil is affecting your scalp health, you should discontinue use. There are hair loss alternative treatments available

June 26, 2016

Answer: If minoxidil is affecting your scalp health, you should discontinue use. There are hair loss alternative treatments available

April 14, 2017

Answer: Shedding from minoxidil

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April 14, 2017

Answer: Shedding from minoxidil

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Answer: 20 days on minoxidil

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