Written by: AK Clinics Medical Team  · Reviewed by: Dr Kapil Dua, FISHRS, ABHRS-Certified  ·  AK Clinics  ·  Updated May 2026 ⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. Treatments like finasteride and Minoxidil should only be used under the guidance of a qualified dermatologist […]

Written by: Dr. Kapil Dua, MBBS MS, ABHRS-Certified, FISHRS · Co-Founder, AK Clinics ·  Updated April 2026 ⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This article is written by Dr. Kapil Dua for educational purposes based on clinical experience and published literature. It does not constitute personalised medical advice. Always consult a qualified dermatologist before starting, changing, or stopping any hair […]

What is Minoxidil? Minoxidil is an anti-hypertensive peripheral vasodilator drug being primarily used for different patterns of baldness and hair loss in men & women. It belongs to the drug class of pyrimidine derivatives (Arteriolar smooth muscle). It is commonly known by the trade name as “Rogaine”outside of India and Mintop, Tugain, Regaine, etc. in […]

Que: I had been using Minoxidil 10% lotion for almost a year and then I switched over to 12.5%. But when I was using 12.5%, I started having skin irritations and other skin problems. So, I stopped using the Minoxidil 12.5%, but now I would like to return to Minoxidil 10%. Can I do that? […]

Que: I am 20 years old and because of dandruff, I have lost a lot of hair. I started using Minoxidil and now I want to know, how much longer I will have to continue to use it? Ans: Normally, dandruff does not cause hair loss, but people who have hair loss, could have dandruff. […]

Que: I had a hair transplant with 6500 grafts and it’s been almost 14 months. I had been asked by my doctor to use Minoxidil, but I am wondering if I can stop now. I use it only once a night, but I am scared that if I stop using it, I might end up […]