Is it safe to use Minoxidil for beard growth?

May 27, 2017
Asked By:Ronnie_thechosen1 in San Francisco, CA

Hello Doctors! I am 25 years old and i have a patchy beard on my chin and i am unable to grow beard on the cheeks ever since. A friend of mine suggested me to look out for minoxidil 5%. Does it have any side effects in the long run? If yes, then what alternative should i opt? Please suggest.

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