FYI - Dont use topical minox if you have pets Research/Science 3/31/2025
Minoxidil is harmful to pets, especially cats, if they contact it. Users recommend switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions like washing hands and using head coverings to prevent exposure.
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community 2025 Official beginner guide for “I’m losing my hair, what can I do?”
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