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How Long Should I Use 10% Minoxidil For Hair Loss?

Hello Doctor... From past 8-years, I am using Minoxidil for hair growth. I started with 2%, then 5% and now 10%. I have also used finasteride 1 mg/day for few days. I feel little improvement while using 10 %. I previously moved back to 5% and that showed hair loss once again. So, now my question is Shell I continue to use Minoxidil 10% or move back to 5%?
Mon, 2 Nov 2020
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Hello,

If you are comfortable with Minoxidil 5% then you can continue with it. To prevent hair loss take vitamin B6, B12 rich food or supplements. Deficiency of vitamin D also causes hair loss. Dandruff and ring worm manifestation also causes hair loss. Always keep scalp clean. Shampoo your hair and scalp with Selsun shampoo. After shampoo, keep your scalp oiled with almond oil or coconut oil. You can take Logihair capsules, once daily for 20 days for better hair growth and reduce hair loss. Take food rich in minerals and proteins. Stay well hydrated & avoid addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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How Long Should I Use 10% Minoxidil For Hair Loss?

Hello, If you are comfortable with Minoxidil 5% then you can continue with it. To prevent hair loss take vitamin B6, B12 rich food or supplements. Deficiency of vitamin D also causes hair loss. Dandruff and ring worm manifestation also causes hair loss. Always keep scalp clean. Shampoo your hair and scalp with Selsun shampoo. After shampoo, keep your scalp oiled with almond oil or coconut oil. You can take Logihair capsules, once daily for 20 days for better hair growth and reduce hair loss. Take food rich in minerals and proteins. Stay well hydrated & avoid addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician