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Suggest Proper Way To Use Monoxidil 5 %

I am using minoxidil 5% from last 15 days. I don t know how to use it properly because my hair is still big. Only the scalp hair is reduced by 50%..Now my hair is falling continously, how to use minoxidil and also stop my hair from falling.. Should i use any oil with it? please reply me fast.
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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Hi
Welcome to HCM.
I can appreciated your concern towards the proper use of minoxidil.

Following are the instructions you must follow:

Keep your hair and scalp completely dry before applying this medicine.
Apply the amount prescribed to the area of the scalp being treated, beginning in the center of the area using the applicator provided.
Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after applying minoxidil.
Wash your hands immediately after using this medicine
Do not use a hairdryer to dry the scalp after you apply minoxidil solution.
Allow the minoxidil to completely dry for 2 to 4 hours after applying it, including before going to bed.
Avoid transferring the medicine while wet to other parts of the body. This can occur if the medicine gets on your pillowcase or bed linens or if your hands are not washed after applying minoxidil.

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Suggest Proper Way To Use Monoxidil 5 %

Hi Welcome to HCM. I can appreciated your concern towards the proper use of minoxidil. Following are the instructions you must follow: Keep your hair and scalp completely dry before applying this medicine. Apply the amount prescribed to the area of the scalp being treated, beginning in the center of the area using the applicator provided. Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after applying minoxidil. Wash your hands immediately after using this medicine Do not use a hairdryer to dry the scalp after you apply minoxidil solution. Allow the minoxidil to completely dry for 2 to 4 hours after applying it, including before going to bed. Avoid transferring the medicine while wet to other parts of the body. This can occur if the medicine gets on your pillowcase or bed linens or if your hands are not washed after applying minoxidil. I hope your question has been answered.