Rogaine
Generic name:minoxidil topical [ mi-NOX-i-dil ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous topical agents
What is Rogaine?
Rogaine is used to help you regrow hair on your scalp. The exact way that minoxidil works is not known. It is possible that it dilates blood vessels in the scalp, which may improve hair follicle function and stimulate hair growth.
Rogaine will not cause permanent regrowth of scalp hair. You must continue using the product to keep the regrowth of your hair.
Warnings
Do not use Rogaine if the skin on your scalp is damaged, irritated, or sunburned. This may allow more of the medication to be absorbed by your body, which could be dangerous.
Do not use Rogaine on any part of your body other than your scalp. Application to other body parts can be dangerous.
Do not use other topical products on your scalp during treatment with Rogaine, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Before taking this medicine
Do not use Rogaine if the skin on your scalp is red, swollen, irritated, or infected. This may allow more of the medication to be absorbed by your body, which could be dangerous.
Check the medicine label carefully to make sure Rogaine will treat your specific type of hair loss.
Use only the Rogaine formula that is made for your gender. Women should not use minoxidil products that are made specifically for men.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
heart disease.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Rogaine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether minoxidil topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use Rogaine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not use Rogaine on anyone under 18 years old without medical advice.
How should I use Rogaine?
Use Rogaine exactly as directed by your doctor or as directed in the package labeling. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Using more of this medicine than recommended will not speed up hair growth, and may cause dangerous side effects.
This medicine comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Dry your hair and scalp before applying Rogaine.
Apply the recommended amount to the aff...
