Pros & Cons
Minoxidil Pros and Cons
- Topical minoxidil is available over the counter.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- Topically applied minoxidil is less likely to cause side effects, such as heart problems, than oral minoxidil.
- There are unscented formulations available so that your hair does not smell.
- You need to apply minoxidil twice a day regularly to prevent hair loss and see results.
- Stopping use of this medication results in the loss of new hair growth within a few months.
- Minoxidil application can cause changes in hair texture and color.
- There can be some temporary hair shedding when you first start using it.
- Topical minoxidil works for androgenetic alopecia only. It does not correct other types of hair loss, for example, hair loss due to chemotherapy drugs.
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