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Any side effects of minoxidil?
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Is there any side effects of minoxidil if used for alopecia androgenic?
My father aged 63 wants to use it as he has become bald from last 5-6 year.
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Yes some side effects will be there...
It's better to go with PRP rather than using minoxidil
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Best option for Androgenetic alopecia at the age of 63 is PRP or hair transplantation. Visit nearest Dermatology clinic for details.
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At this age not possible
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Side effects are irritation , itching , headache and blood pressure decreases
Minoxidil not adviced for long term usage for your father
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Dr. Subhashis Saha
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Kolkata
Side effects are always there, but in this issue, effects are also less
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Dr. Narendra Singh
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
11 yrs exp
Nainital
At 63 age it will not help.
And it not useful in androgenic alopecia.
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