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I am a female , 35 yrs old, with thinning hair. can doctors prescribe a 5%, non-greasy, minoxidil solution without the propylene glycol for me?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Thinning hair: Yes the doctors can prescribe, but not before the doctor has taken a history from you, examined you, and made decisions about your treatment.

Answered 6/25/2016

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A member asked:

I am a female , 35 yrs old, with thinning hair. can doctors prescribe a 5%, non-greasy, minoxidil solution without the propylene glycol for me?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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