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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 answered

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.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Very safe: But costs 4x more than generic 2% which is almost as effective.

Answered 2/2/2015

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A member asked:

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?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Despain answered

Dr Ali agreed

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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