Question 1

can rogaine (minoxidil) really work?

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

Question 2

is there any downside to taking rogaine (minoxidil) besides the fact it might not work?

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Rogain: Yes other side effects which include and not limited to these
1severe allergic reaction like with any drug
2unwanted facial hair growth
3chest pain
4dizziness
5fast heartbeat
6sudden unexplained weight gain
7swelling og hands and feet 
many people have no side effects, but one can get
and to add to all these the cost of the med
these are the only downside to your query.

Question 3

does rogaine (minoxidil) for beard work?

Accepted Answer

It May: Rogaine (minoxidil) is approved for application on the scalp to grow hair as an over the counter product.  Trying it in other areas may work, but more likely you would benefit from a medical evaluation and other therapies (some people do hair transplant to missing beard hair areas!).

Question 4

will rogaine (minoxidil) foam work on a beard?

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Hard to say: We know it works well for the scalp, but for other areas its not proven.  However, rogaine (minoxidil) is no longer expensive, and if you have thin areas in your beard, or areas where your beard has lost hair, i would definitely try rogaine (minoxidil), twice daily for 6 months.

Question 5

i sometimes use rogaine (minoxidil) twice a day, but other days when i can't find time for two applications only once. will it still work?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But best results with twice a day every day for years. Generic minoxidil is just as effective at lower cost. Some people respond much more than others. Newer, more effective therapies are likely in the future.

Question 6

hair is thining, does rogaine (minoxidil) work?

Accepted Answer

Rogaine (minoxidil) loss: Hair thinning has many causes: hormones, thyroid, nutrient deficiencies, medications, etc
rogaine (minoxidil) is used for androgenetic hair loss in men & women.  Androgenetic hair loss is uncommon in 20 yo women. Please have hair loss evaluated by your dermatologist.

Significant hair regrowth happens in 30% of people that use rogaine (minoxidil).  Rogaine (minoxidil) is best at maintaining the hair you have.

Question 7

will rogaine (minoxidil) foam work on receding hair lines?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: I may often help if used on a regular basis.

Question 8

does rogaine (minoxidil) actually work for receding hairline?

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80%: Rogaine (minoxidil) works about 60-80% of the time, however you won't know if it works without giving it a try.  Best of luck. 

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Question 9

how does rogaine (minoxidil) work to cause hair growth?

Accepted Answer

No one knows: Rogaine (generic name: minoxidil) was first used as an oral drug for high blood pressure. One of it's side effects was that it also caused increased growth of fine body hairs, or in some cases, significant hair growth. The company made it a topical solution which stimulated hair growth and marketed it as rogaine.  The exact mechanism of action for hair growth is unknown.

Question 10

can rogaine (minoxidil) work for people with hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

It can: But nothing works as well as it should until your thyroid levels are returned to normal with an appropriate dose of brand name T4 replacement. Check w/your doctor.

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