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Last Updated: 9/17/2025

Oral Minoxidil Dosage Range for Hair Loss

Efficacy and Safety

  • Low-dose oral minoxidil (LDOM) defined as ≤5 mg/day has shown efficacy with fewer side effects than higher doses, according to the American Academy of Dermatology 1

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