If I apply Minoxidil to hair loss on the crown of my head, is the initial hair loss severe?

Hello. Lately, the hair on the crown of my head has been thinning, so I am looking into using Minoxidil. However, I have heard that there is a tendency to experience increased hair loss in the initial stages after starting the medication. I would like to hear from women who have actually experienced this early shedding after using Minoxidil, and how long this phenomenon typically lasts.