Should I use minoxidil and finasteride after FUE or is finasteride alone enough?

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I'm 30 and I have had 1,200 grafts placed in my hairline. I started taking finasteride a month before my procedure and will continue to do so going forward. Should I also use minoxidil? Or is that only to regrow hair? If so, then since I have the hair I want now, do I not need to use it? I know it should be used twice a day, but what if I do once a day? Or miss a day here and there? Would it be better to not use at all if I can't do twice a day religiously? Thanks in advance for your input!

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Specific medical treatment issues should be discussed with your doctor especially if you are not sure how to use the medication.

Emrah Cinik, MD · Answer

After a FUE hair transplant, you do not need to use finasteride or minoxidil. Normally it is best to use the supplements unless your hair specialist suggest the use of finasteride and minoxidil then you can use it.

Sagar Patel, MD · Answer

I would continue the finasteride since you were taking it before. The minoxidil is optional. Since it needs to be rubbed in I reccommend that it i not used for two weeks but then it can be resumed. The idea is to maximize everything you have! Hope that helps

Justin Rome, MD · Answer

Honestly, if you’re using finasteride consistently, there is no reason for you to use minoxidil.  If you want to try something different to maximize the maintenance of your hair, look into a laser cap or PRP injections.

Ilker Apaydin, MD · Answer

Hello, Thank you for your question. Finasteride and Minoxidil are generally being prescribed for young patients under the age of 35. This will help to avoid shock-loss and make the hair thicker. Aloe-vera will help you with redness and itching incase if you face these issues.

Should I use minoxidil and finasteride after FUE or is finasteride alone enough?

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