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Can you use rogaine (minoxidil) for frontal scalp hair loss with good results?

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Rogaine (minoxidil): Rogaine. (minoxidil) this was the first hair growth drug approved by fda. now it's available without a prescription - extra strength for men and regular for women. rogaine's effectiveness is established in front and back for women but only in back (vertex) for men.

Answered 10/24/2018

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