Rogaine
(minoxidil)
Treats hair loss.
Our bottom line
Rogaine (minoxidil) can improve hair loss, but may not work for everyone.
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- Lowest price with coupon$11.07
- Savings48%
- Drug class: Dermatologic
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (minoxidil)
Upsides
- Is available over-the-counter and as a less expensive generic product.
- You only need to apply this twice a day.
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Downsides
- Cannot be used for frontal baldness.
- Is not as effective on hair loss that is old or large in area. You should use Rogaine (minoxidil) at the first sign of hair loss.
- Does not work on hair loss that is due to medications (such as chemotherapy), nutritional problems, or certain medical conditions.
- Is not a permanent solution for hair loss. Once you stop using Rogaine (minoxidil), hair loss will occur again within 3 to 6 months.
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Rogaine (minoxidil) is a vasodilator, meaning it widens the blood vessels. It stimulates hair growth by widening the blood vessels and providing better blood flow to the hair follicles.
- Drug class: Dermatologic
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (minoxidil)
Used for
Dosage forms
- Solution
- Foam
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Rogaine (minoxidil) for Treats hair loss
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- Effectiveness
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- Possible side effects
- Itching
- Skin redness
- Hair color changes
It can take time for a drug to start working, or for some side effects to go away.
Source: FDA product label and Iodine pharmacistsSide effect rates for Rogaine (minoxidil)
Manufacturers don’t say how common these side effects are when taking Rogaine for null
- Itching
- Skin redness
- Swelling of hands and feet
- Unwanted hair growth
- Hair color changes
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
- Rapid heartbeat
- Faintness
- Rapid, unexplained weight gain
Risks and Warnings for Rogaine (minoxidil)
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- › Heart problems
Rogaine (minoxidil) can affect your heart, especially if you have heart problems. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using if you have heart problems. Stop using and speak to your doctor if you notice chest pain or rapid heartbeats.