May 5 2009, 9:32 am PT | Posted in: Drugs
Doctor Rassman,I have used minioxil and got ear infection, so I have stopped using it. Presently, I am only taking finasteride for the last 1 year and my hair loss has stopped. I was thinking of hair growth so could you please suggest any alternative to minioxil. Also, I have contacted a surgeon for hair transplant and he thinks that I do not need it right now as I have sufficient hairs. Please suggest.
I have reported on an association between ear infections and minoxidil in the past — see here. The use of Propecia alone may be enough without minoxidil (I am assuming that you did not use minoxidil very long). With regard to a hair transplant, I would need to see you to determine your candidacy.
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I heard other who also had ear infection from Minoxidil. I use Therapy-g and I have seen good results with my receeding hairline. I do not get dry hair or an itchy scalp like I did using Rogaine. The shampoo & conditioner make my hair smell great.