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Minoxidil 5% (For Men)

MINOXIDIL

Standard Dose
Directions apply half a capful 2 times a day to the scalp in the hair loss area massage into scalp with fingers, then wash hands well see enclosed leaflet for complete directions on how to use using more or more often will not improve results continued use is necessary to increase and keep your hair regrowth or hair loss will begin again
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Use to regrow hair on the top of the scalp (vertex only, see pictures on side of this carton)
Summary

Indications and usage Use to regrow hair on the top of the scalp (vertex only, see pictures on side of this carton) Dosage and administration Directions apply half a capful 2 times a day to the scalp in the hair loss area massage into scalp with fingers, then wash hands well see enclosed leaflet for complete directions on how to use using more or more often will not improve results continued use is necessary to increase and keep your hair regrowth or hair loss will begin again Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only.

For use by men only.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use to regrow hair on the top of the scalp (vertex only, see pictures on side of this carton) Dosage and administration Directions apply half a capful 2 times a day to the scalp in the hair loss area massage into scalp with fingers, then wash hands well see enclosed leaflet for complete directions on how to use using more or more often will not improve results continued use is necessary to increase and keep your hair regrowth or hair loss will begin again Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. For use by men only. Extremely Flammable: Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following application. Do not use if you are a woman your amount of hair loss is different than that shown on side of this carton or your hair loss is on the front of the scalp. 5% minoxidil topical foam is not intended for frontal baldness or receding hairline. you have no family history of hair loss your hair loss is sudden and/or patchy you do not know the reason for your hair loss you are under 18 years of age. Do not use on babies and children. your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated, or painful you use other medicines on the scalp Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease When using this product do not apply on other parts of the body avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water. some people have experienced changes in hair color and/or texture it takes time to regrow hair. Results may occur at 2 months with twice a day usage. For some men, you may need to use this product for at least 4 months before you see results. the amount of hair regrowth is different for each person. This product will not work for all men. Stop use and ask a doctor if chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, or dizziness occurs sudden, unexplained weight gain occurs your hands or feet swell scalp irritation or redness occurs unwanted facial hair growth occurs you do not see hair regrowth in 4 months May be harmful if used when pregnant or breast-feeding. Keep out of reach of children and pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only.
  • For use by men only.
  • Extremely Flammable: Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following application.
  • Do not use if you are a woman your amount of hair loss is different than that shown on side of this carton or your hair loss is on the front of the scalp.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.