Question 1

i have been using minoxidil for past 2-3 months and its causing irritation to my scalp, i want to know if there is any alcohol free minoxidil solution?

Accepted Answer

Minoxidil foam.: Good for you to be starting treatment early. If minoxidil works for you, it's important to be starting sooner because the longer you wait the harder it is to gain the lost hair back. The liquid forms can cause scalp itching and irritation, so try foam which has been shown to be less irritating. Most drug stores have generic foam versions. Good luck!

Question 2

any options for alcohol and glycol free minoxidil? its drying my hair out?

Accepted Answer

: I think you should try Aquagaine. These are its ingredients: aqua (water), minoxidil 5%, proprietary dht blockers and transdermal enhancers, vitamin complex, retinol, caffeine, phosphatidylcholine. Good luck.

Question 3

how to get minoxid 5% without alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Minoxidil: Topical Minoxidil (rogaine) has alcohol in it. The tablet form does not. Consult your family physician for prescription.

Question 4

is rogaine (minoxidil) safe to use?

Accepted Answer

probably: If you are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant rogaine (minoxidil) is safe. You should also have no history of heart disease. Once you stop using it whatever benefits is lost. It takes at least 6 months to see a response if you find you are allergic to the liquid, then you will have to use the foam twice a day.

Question 5

can rogaine (minoxidil) really work?

Accepted Answer

Rogaine (minoxidil) benefits: Topical Minoxidil (rogaine) has been shown to be beneficial for regrowth and maintenance of scalp vertex hair in clinical studies.

Question 6

is rogaine (minoxidil) a japanese product?

Accepted Answer

Rogaine (minoxidil): Rogaine (minoxidil) is made by Pfizer. Pfizer is an American multinational pharmaceutical corporation headquartered in New York City, and with its research headquarters in Groton, Connecticut, United States. It is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies by revenues.

Question 7

how do i know if minoxidil is starting to work?

Accepted Answer

Minoxidil: If hair growth is going to occur with the use of minoxidil, it usually occurs after the medicine has been used for several months and lasts only as long as the medicine continues to be used. Hair loss will begin again within a few months after Minoxidil treatment is stopped.

Question 8

regarding minoxidil 5% for men can be used for women or not ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Absolutely.  This is the same preparation and concentration as marketed for women.

Question 9

is minoxidil 30% cream is safe?

Accepted Answer

Use with caution: Minoxidil is a potent blood pressure medication. In general, it is not readily absorbed from intact skin. However, it may be absorbed by compromised, irritated, or inflamed skin. Typically  2-5% is used;  30%  may cause scalp  itching or irritation or dandruff. Other medical side effects include a racing or irregular heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness and even fainting.

Question 10

what are the minoxidil side effects?

Accepted Answer

Seldom any: Local irritation is very uncommon.

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I have been using minoxidil for past 2-3 months and its causing irritation to my scalp, i want to know if there is any alcohol free minoxidil solution?

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How to get minoxid 5% without alcohol?

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