For women, although there is no risk with the use of this medicine under general conditions, they should not use any Minoxidil product during pregnancy. Therefore, as soon as pregnancy is confirmed, treatment should be discontinued. Due to increased hormones during pregnancy, the active phase of the hair growth cycle is prolonged, which means thicker hair.
It usually sheds once the baby is born due to the temporary hair loss condition postpartum alopecia, but treatment can be resumed once the baby is born and breastfeeding is stopped, so it can be monitored again with the help of a specialist doctor.
It is prudent to seek professional advice before resuming previous treatment, as it may be necessary to adjust the components to ensure that they are appropriate for your level and pattern of shedding at the time of resumption.
And in the case of men, as long as he and his partner are trying to conceive, they can in principle continue to use Minoxidil, but it is advisable to consult your doctor before making a decision in this regard.