Irritation from topical min (maybe propylene glycol)
Minoxidil 12/10/2022

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In this side effect report post, the primary subjects mentioned are

💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% 1x daily

💊 Minoxidil (oral) 2.5 mg 1x daily

the tone is 😞 negative with some growth results.

Other terms

propylene glycol Kirkland 5% liquid minoxidil oral minoxidil topical minoxidil scalp irritation foam minoxidil sublingual minoxidil Rogaine PG

User experienced scalp irritation from Kirkland 5% liquid minoxidil, likely due to propylene glycol. They are seeking non-PG liquid alternatives that are affordable.

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