MINOXIDIL (Topical)

Brand & Generic Names

Rogaine

Basic Information

• Habit forming? No
• Prescription needed? Yes
• Available as generic? No
• Drug class: Hair growth stimulant

Uses

Hair loss on scalp from male pattern baldness (alopecia androgenetica).

Dosage & Usage Information

How to use:
Topical solution
Apply only to dry hair and scalp. With the provided applicator, apply the amount prescribed to the scalp area being treated. Begin in center of the treated area.
Wash hands immediately after use.
Don't use a blow dryer.
If you are using at bedtime, wait 30 minutes after applying before retiring.

When to use:
Twice a day or as directed.

If you forget a dose:
Use as soon as you remember. No need ever to double the dose.

What drug does:
Stimulates hair growth by possibly dilating small blood capillaries, thereby providing more blood to hair follicles.

Time lapse before drug works:
Varies with individuals.

Don't use with:
Any other medicine without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.

Overdose

SYMPTOMS:
None expected.

WHAT TO DO:

Not for internal use. If child accidentally swallows, call poison-control center.

Possible Adverse Reactions or Side Effects

Life-threatening:

Fast, irregular Discontinue. Seek heartbeat (rare; emergency treatment. represents too much absorbed into body).

Common:

None expected.

Infrequent:

Itching scalp; flaking, reddened skin.

Rare:

Burning scalp, skin rash, swollen face, headache, dizziness or fainting, hands and feet numb or tingling, rapid weight gain.

Warnings & Precautions

Don't use if:
You are allergic to minoxidil.

Before you start, consult your doctor:
If you are allergic to anything.

Over age 60:
No problems expected.

Pregnancy:
Don't use.

Breast-feeding:
Don't use.

Infants & children:
Don't use.

Prolonged use:
No problems expected.

Skin & sunlight:
No problems expected.

Driving, piloting or hazardous work:
No problems expected.

Discontinuing:
No problems expected.

Others:

• Keep away from eyes, nose and mouth. Flush with plain water if accident occurs.
• New hair will drop out when you stop using minoxidil.
• Keep solution cool, but don't freeze.

Possible Interaction with Other Drugs

GENERIC NAME	COMBINED EFFECT
------------------------	-----------------------
Adrenocorticoids*,	May cause undesirable absorption of
topical	minoxidil.
Minoxidil, oral	Increased risk of toxicity.
Petrolatum, topical	May cause undesirable absorption of
	minoxidil.
Retinoids*, topical	May cause undesirable absorption of
	minoxidil.

Possible Interaction with Other Substances

INTERACTS WITH	COMBINED EFFECT
---------------	---------------
Alcohol:	None expected.
Beverages:	None expected.
Cocaine:	None expected.
Foods:	None expected.
Marijuana:	None expected.
Tobacco:	None expected.