Minoxidil application? What are the signs that the treatment is working?

January 20, 2017
Asked By:j.fresh in Torrance, CA

If you use 5 % minoxidil as directed, twice daily it is said that results can generally be seen in 4 to 6 months. Does this imply that if you were to apply it once daily, it would take 8 to 12 months before getting the equivalent results for people who will respond to the treatment? What are the signs that the treatment is working? If there are a lot of thin fine hairs growing will these get thicker with time?

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January 25, 2017

Answer: Hair Loss Treatment Basics--Minoxidil with Progesterone and PRP

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Answer: Minoxidil- will it work for me?

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February 2, 2017

Answer: 5 % minoxidil

February 2, 2017

Answer: 5 % minoxidil

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Answer: Minoxidil - how do I know if the treatment is working?

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January 25, 2017

Answer: Minoxidil

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Answer: Minoxidil

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