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Hi! im using a minoxidil 5% spray to grow back my genetically lost hair. im afraid b/c smells very acidic & sometimes causes a headache (side effect).

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Dr. Michael Fisher answered

Minoxidil Lotion: Try using the 5% Minoxidil lotion. The lotion is less likely to cause problems than the spray. You are more likely to inhale the spray than the lotion.

Answered 7/24/2016

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A member asked:

Hi! im using a minoxidil 5% spray to grow back my genetically lost hair. im afraid b/c smells very acidic & sometimes causes a headache (side effect).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Fisher answered

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