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Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women

Brand names: Rogaine, Rogaine extra strength and Rogaine For Women.
Drug class:Topical agents

What is Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women?

Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women helps you regrow your hair on the scalp.Hair regrowth treatment for women does not result in permanent regrowth. Continue using the product in order to maintain the growth of your hair.This medication guide may be used to treat other conditions not listed.

Side Effects of Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women

If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, or throat.Hair regrowth treatment for women can have side effects, even though the risks are low. This is because the medication is absorbed through the skin.Hair regrowth treatments for women may cause serious side effects.You should call your doctor immediately if:

  • Severe scalp irritation
  • Unwanted growth of facial hair
  • Chest pain, fast heartbeats;
  • Rapid weight gain; swelling of the hands and feet;
  • A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
  • Headache, dizziness, confusion,
  • Flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly sensation)

Side effects of hair regrowth treatment for women can include:

  • Changes in your hair's color or texture

There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Contact the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088 if experiencing adverse side effects from medications or medical devices.

Warnings

If your scalp skin is inflamed, swollen, or infected, do not use the Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women.

Before you take this drug

If the skin on your head is infected, inflamed, swollen, or red, do not use Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women. This could allow the medication to be absorbed more easily by your body.Make sure that Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women treats your specific type of hair loss by checking the label.Only use the Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women formulation that is specifically made for you. This medicine is not for women.

If you suffer from any other medical condition, such as:

  • Heart disease.

FDA pregnancy class C There is no information on whether hair regrowth treatment for women can harm an unborn child. If you are pregnant, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.There is no way to know if minoxidil topically passes into breast milk or if a nursing infant could be harmed by it. If you are breastfeeding a child, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.This medicine should not be used on anyone younger than 18 without consulting a doctor.

How to take Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women?

Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it.This medicine is not recommended to be taken in excess. It can cause side effects that are dangerous.The patient instructions accompany this medicine and ensure safe and effective usage. Please follow the instructions carefully. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Apply Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women after drying your hair.Apply the recommended amount of hair regrowth treatment to the affected scalp areas. Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women is typically applied twice daily, in the morning and evening.After using the Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women, wash your hands.Only use Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women on your scalp. Use it only on your scalp.You may not notice any new hair for up to four months. The new hair is usually soft, colorless, and barely noticeable. The hair will eventually have the same thickness and color as your existing hair.

If you don't see hair growth within 4 months, speak to your doctor.Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.Keep the foam canister of Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women away from flames or heat sources, like in a car during a hot summer day. If the canister gets too warm, it may explode. Empty canisters should not be punctured or burned.

What happens if I miss the dose?

As soon as you recall, apply the missed dose. If it's almost time to take your next dose, skip the missed dose. Don't use extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Overdosing on hair regrowth treatment for women should not be harmful. If anyone accidentally swallows the medication, seek emergency medical care or call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222.

What should be avoided?

Avoid getting hair regrowth therapy for women near the nose, mouth, and eyes. Rinse the affected area with water if this happens.Use only hair regrowth treatment for women on the treated areas, unless you are told otherwise by your doctor.

Interaction with other drug

Minoxidil applied topically is unlikely to be affected by other drugs taken orally or injected. Many drugs interact with each other. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you take, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.