What to Do If You Miss a Dose – LEO Help Centre

What to do if you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of your LEO treatment, don't panic. Follow these guidelines to stay on track.

Missed topical application:
- If you forget to apply your topical solution at the usual time, apply it as soon as you remember on the same day.
- If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed one and return to your normal routine.
- Do not double‑dose or apply extra solution to make up for a missed application—this will not improve results and may increase the risk of irritation.
- Continue applying the solution once daily as prescribed.

Missed oral medication:
- If you miss a dose of your oral finasteride or oral minoxidil, take the dose as soon as you remember unless it is within 12 hours of your next scheduled dose.
- If it is close to your next dose time, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
- Do not take two tablets at once to make up for a missed dose.

Consistency matters:
- Hair loss treatments work best when used consistently over time. An occasional missed dose is unlikely to affect long‑term outcomes, but repeated missed doses will reduce effectiveness.
- Setting a daily reminder on your phone or incorporating treatment into your morning or evening routine can help maintain adherence.

When to contact us:
- If you miss doses for several days in a row or are unsure how to proceed, contact our clinical support team or your GP for guidance. We're here to help you stay on track.

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