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What are the risks of Rogaine use during the first few weeks of pregnancy?

lmax13Aug 12, 2016
I just found out theat I am 4 weeks pregnant. I was using Rogaine on my eyebrows for the past few months, but I stopped about a week ago, when I thought there might be a chance that I could be pregnant. Should I worry about any potential problems with my baby? Could using Rogaine during intial conception time cause harm?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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Answered on Aug 14, 2016
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Answered on Aug 14, 2016
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