When to stop

[sohiab]

I've been using rogaine since January and have noticed no improvement, just more sheedding!

 

[hairhoper]

So you've been using it for at most 7/8 weeks. By more shedding you mean your hairloss has got worse or it is the same as before you started?

If it's no worse, I'd stick with it, if it's been consistently worse for more than 2 weeks then pack it in.

I just started using ROGAINE® and I've noticed that my hair loss has increased. Is this typical?
ROGAINE® stimulates hair follicles to shift from the resting phase to the growth phase. Thus, it is not uncommon to see a temporary increase in shedding during the first 2 weeks using ROGAINE®. This occurs in some people as the new hair pushes out the weak hairs, when the hair follicle shifts into the growth phase. It is very much like losing baby teeth to make room for adult teeth. This increase in shedding is only temporary and should subside within a couple of weeks with continued treatment. Please note, however, if increased shedding continues for longer than 2 weeks, you should consult your doctor to rule out other possible medical problems.

 

[Hate2LoseIt]

You've only been on rogaine for a month?......

 

[sohiab]

two months, my hair appears to be worse. Where as before i was just losing terminal hairs. I am no losing full heath hairs, every time i apply it.