how soon after ht should I use rogaine?

[random512]

I normally use Rogaine foam in the shower after shampooing. I had a HT 1 week ago. The post op instructions I have from the ht center say:

 

"Do not use rubbing alcohol or styling products containing alcohol for 2 weeks after surgery"

 

There are 3 different types of alcohol listed in the inactive ingredients on the metal Rogaine foam dispenser. I found another reference on the web where 1 doctor recommends using Rogaine 5-7 days after the procedure:

 

Post Hair Transplant usage of Minoxidil Increases Hair Growth

 

Which approach did you use? I could see another conditional scenario where you wait to use Rogaine until all the scabs on your scalp are gone. However, if you're applying vitamin e oil to your scalp then I think the scabs should be gone by day 7 for the most part anyway.

[Dutchie]

Right whenever the clinic advises you to.

 

This can vary. But usually you're good to go after 4 to 6 weeks or so.

Some clinics even say after 15 days its okay

[random512]

looks like almost every ht surgeon in this thread says 2 weeks:

 

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[TakingThePlunge]

It's always best to follow the instructions of your hair transplant surgeon. However, it's generally safe to apply the drug once the scabs have fallen off. At 2 weeks post-op, you should be quite safe to start Rogaine.

[Sultsay]

14 days is considered safe.

[gillenator]

Well, everyone heals differently and I think the real issue here is that your scalp is healed of all scabs and wounds created by the high number of incisions.

 

But I also cannot stress enough to follow what your surgeon advises you to do.

 

Congrats on your recent procedure....

[ChadCooper3]

We usually advise 2 weeks after your procedure, but always best to speak with the clinic you had your procedure at and follow their post op instructions

[pkipling]

When in doubt, follow your doctors instructions on this, and reach out to the clinic personally if you need clarification. Each doctor will have a slightly different view on this and it's always best to heed their advice.

 

For example, this is from the FAQ section on Dr. Mohebi's website: "Patients are not supposed to put any topical on the recipient area for the first 7 days after their hair transplant but you can use Rogaine after the first week. In fact patients who are recommended to use Rogaine after their procedure should start it right after day 7."

[fortune11]

I recently had FUE and started using Rogaine 7 days post op. My FUE clinic (Shapiro Medical) was ok with it as long as it did not cause irritation in the grafted area. That is really the main concern here. I have also started taking prescription oral minoxidil (2.5mg / day) to see if it helps with regrowth.