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I've been using Rogaine for a week and have been having a mild headache. Should I stop using it?

July 29, 2018
Asked By:tuben in Taiwan, TW

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Answer: Headache from minoxidil

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July 30, 2018

Answer: Headache from minoxidil

William Rassman, MD (retired)

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