Minoxidil formulation change has worsened my scalp flaking 5/6/2026
A change in the formulation of Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil, adding benzoic acid, has worsened scalp flaking and caused burning and bad smell. Users are considering switching to other brands or formulations, like Tugain by Cipla, to avoid these issues.
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