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Minoxidil Rogaine, Women's Rogaine, Rogaine Women's, Rite Aid Hair Regrowth Treatment For Women, Minoxidil, Men's Rogaine, Rogaine For Men Extra Strength, Rite Aid Hair Regrowth Treatment For Men Uses Used to cause hair growth in certain types of baldness. Storage Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine container and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed. Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone. How To Use APPEARANCE: Liquid, Foam. Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. Using more medicine than your doctor has prescribed will not speed up hair growth and may increase your risk of side effects. If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label. Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. Different brands may not work the same way. It is important to carefully follow the instructions for applying this medicine. This medicine is for use on the scalp only. Do not use this medicine on other parts of your body. Hair growth usually occurs after this medicine has been used for several months. However, you will need to continue using this medicine to have hair growth. Hair loss will begin again within a few months after minoxidil treatment is stopped. Wash your hair and make sure your hair and scalp are completely dry before putting on minoxidil. Apply minoxidil to the center of the bald area and spread it in a thin layer. Use only the applicator that came with your medicine. Wash your hands with soap and water after putting minoxidil on your scalp. If you accidentally get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth, wash the area thoroughly with water. If using the pump spray, be careful not to breathe in the mist. Do not use a hair dryer to dry your scalp after putting on minoxidil. If you use minoxidil at bedtime, do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after putting on the medicine. Do not use the foam near heat or open flame, or while smoking. Do not puncture, break, or burn the aerosol can. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing. Chest pain. Dizziness or fainting. Facial hair growth. Fast or irregular heartbeat. Severe itching, burning, or redness of scalp. Sudden, unexplained weight gain. Swelling of face, hands, or feet. Precautions You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to minoxidil, or if you have pheochromocytoma (a tumor that produces adrenalin) or a sudden or patchy hair loss. Do not use this medicine if you have no family history of hair loss, if you do not know the reason for your hair loss, or if you are currently using other medicines on your scalp. Do not use the foam if you have frontal baldness or receding hairline. Missed Dose If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, apply it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to apply the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose. Drug Interactions Some brands of minoxidil are not recommended for use in women, especially those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor first before using this medicine. Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or fluid retention (edema). Do not give this medicine to your child unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Check with your doctor first before using minoxidil if you have a cut or scrape on your skin, a rash, a sunburn, or any redness, swelling, infection, irritation, or pain on your scalp. Do not use this medicine for a skin or scalp problem that has not been checked by your doctor. Some people who have used this medicine had changes in hair color and texture. Talk with your doctor if this is a concern for you. If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor.

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