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Stopping minoxidil after 10 months: How to?

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MXCZAJul 21, 2018

I have used minoxidil (Regaine foam) for 9-10 months now with some good results. My hair density improved. I have thin hair but had no serious problem with hair loss when I started. I desired fuller hair since I have long hair. In general, I'm a healthy 26-year-old woman. Now, I'm considering stopping with minoxidil but I am concerned about consequences - will I loose my hair not gains only? Should I stop gradually? Should I start eating some other supplements? What is the optimal thing to do?

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