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What are the benefits of minoxidil and l arginine together?

rajarao096Mar 4, 2016
Minoxidil dilates blood vessels l arginine also dilates blood vessels, what happens if using them together

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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Answered on Mar 5, 2016
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