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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil 1% and 2% best promote hair growth and may prevent hair loss.
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September 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss can cause mild excessive hair growth, usually appearing within the first 3 months, but it can be managed by adjusting the dose or removing the unwanted hair, with most people not needing to stop the treatment.