Reasons why Topical worked but Oral Minoxidil didn’t? Minoxidil 2/22/2024
Some people find topical minoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.
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