Minoxidil; Frequent Questions and Answers-2

Q 2-2.
Does Maximal Effect of Minoxidil Last Out the Lifetime?

The effects of minoxidil will become maximum in responders during the initial several years. Does the maximum effects of minoxidil last as long as minoxidil is continued?

A 2-2.

Usually, the initial response is impressive in many responders to minoxidil especially during the first several years. However, the effect decreases gradually in the course of time. The maximum effect on hair density does not last forever in the same degree.

There is no medicine in the world that can stop progression of hair thinning. Nobody can stop progress of hair thinning through the middle and old age. Only God can make it.

The main purpose of hair growth agent is to delay the progression of hair thinning. Hair tonic cannot stop the progress of hair thinning, but the progress of hair thinning can be delayed by using hair regrowth medicine.

The long-term results of treatment with minoxidil will be much better than progression of hair thinning due to natural course without minoxidil.

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