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I am a female,suffering extensive hairloss after typhoid. is minoxidil 2% suitable for me to take? please advice if there are some other effective med

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

You can certainly: try OTC minoxidil. I would talk with a dermatologist about all the other options available, also I love the supplement viviscal for hair regrowth.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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