Minoxidil five percent or ten percent? (Photo)

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I am using Costco brand minoxidil 5 pct foam (see pic). But during my recent visit to a doc in New Delhi (India), he recommended using minoxidil 10 pct & mentioned that 5 pct will not help hair regrow after FUE. Is that true 5 pct is ineffective and 10 pct is a better strength to use. And if 5 pct is still good, is Costco brand equally effective as Rogaine? Please share your thoughts. Thanks

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.  For hair loss, minoxidil 5% is recommended.

Maria Balkovic, MD · Answer

5% therapy is a standard dose, and it is giving the good results. There is no reason to take the stronger therapy.

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

Stay with 5% - it will give you the benefit you need without the unwanted side effects that you wish to avoid. There is no good evidence showing that 10% is better in the post-transplant setting. More important than anything is consistency. Best of luck.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Minoxidil 5% is usually strong enough if it is going to grow hair for you. The stronger solutions produce more side effects

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