Q63 How long does medication take to show a change?
Conclusion
Guidelines generally use 3–6 months for an initial medication assessment and 12 months for a treatment-course assessment, comparing photographs and counts taken under the same conditions.
Supporting information
When medication is used correctly with good adherence.
Assessment schedules for androgenetic alopecia medication in the 2023 Chinese Clinical Practice Guidelines for its Diagnosis and Treatment.
Risks and limitations
Responses vary, and some patients show little benefit. We do not promise a specific degree of improvement at any time point.
Next steps
Return at the agreed review times, using standardized photography to record baseline and follow-up.
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