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I am a female, 24 yrs old with thin hair. can i use minoxidil topical solution usp 5% chymotra to my scalp? or it should be used only by men?

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Dr. John Despain
Dr. John Despainanswered
Dermatology 39 years experience
It's safe: Despite the labeling in the opinion of most derms it's safer and most effective, in fact the foam is likely the most effective for both men and women.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Dr. Alan Ali
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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan
Dr. J. Lawrence Dohananswered
Dermatology 59 years experience
Very safe: But costs 4x more than generic 2% which is almost as effective.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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3.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 26-year-old male asked:
1. I am 26 Year Old Male. I am having male pattern baldness and it is genetic because many of my family members having this. Earlier 4 years back I have used Minoxidil 5% for 6 months then stopped due to itching and scalp damage. Now most of my hair is g
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A 36-year-old male asked:
Hi i have oily scalp sometimes flaky scalp and hair loss as well my hair get very thin specially from crown area (visible crown skin) specially after eating citrus fruits ive tried minoxidil and propecia for 2 years no improvement..any suggestions.?
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Have women used rogaine (minoxidil) for frontal scalp hair loss with good results?
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A 28-year-old male asked:
I have a dry scalp which itches severe after washing hair.I have hair loss too. I'm planning to use 5% Minoxidil.Can I use Tgel and minox together?
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Can you use rogaine (minoxidil) for frontal scalp hair loss with good results?
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Last updated Oct 3, 2016

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