Yes, you will likely experience hair shedding if you stop using Minoxidil. Minoxidil works by stimulating hair follicles and prolonging the growth phase, but it does not cure the underlying cause of hair loss. Once you stop applying it, the hair that grew or was maintained by the medication will gradually shed, usually within 3 to 4 months. Your hair will eventually return to its pre-treatment state or the natural progression of your hair loss. To maintain your results, continuous daily use is required. If you wish to stop, I recommend consulting your dermatologist to discuss alternative hair care plans.

Minoxidil 2% is unlikely to work on completely bald temples, as it requires active, living hair follicles. It works best on thinning hair. No, long-term use does not cause hair fall. However, you might experience temporary shedding during the first few weeks of starting it, and stopping the treatment will cause you to lose any regrown hair. Yes, hair loss can easily be stabilised for 5 years or more. A combination of Minoxidil (ideally 5% for men) and an oral DHT blocker like Finasteride is highly effective at preventing progression. Consult a dermatologist for a personalised prescription.