Result 1.5 months after Minoxidil? (Photo)

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I am 20 years male, with an aggresive shedding. I started 2% minoxidil and 1mg finax 1.5 month back. As per my derma hair fall should last for 21-30 days after applying minoxidil but, even after 1.5 month I am shedding like anything. Is it normal? Should I continue with minoxidil. I am witnessing some side effects one is headache. So wondering, if minoxidil is even worth it?

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Shedding from minoxidil and finasteride can last a lot longer than 30 days - 2 months is not unusual.

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

Minoxidil often causes shedding early on.  You won't see the positive results for months, often up to a year.  You may want to discuss adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to your regime.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

With these two drug when used in combination, you must be patient and wait to see the results for a full year

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