 CLASSIFICATION:
This medicine is classified as a Pharmacy Only Medicine.
PURPOSE:
Rogaine is for the treatment of hereditary hair loss.
INGREDIENTS:
Active: Minoxidil 5 % w/v (each ml of solution contains: minoxidil 50mg) Other ingredients: ethanol, propylene glycol, water.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Rogaine is for the treatment of hereditary hair loss. Rogaine is a topical solution that is proven to re-grow hair, thicken existing hair, and reduce hair loss. Rogaine contains 5% Minoxidil, a drug that was originally used to treat high blood pressure.
Minoxidil - the active ingredient in Rogaine, is now the most publicised treatment available for male pattern baldness. Studies have shown that solutions of Minoxidil are effective in initiating and promoting hair growth in individuals with male pattern baldness.
It takes time to regrow hair. You may need to use Rogaine for at least 4 months before you see results.
Continual use is necessary to improve and at least maintain your hair growth.
Medically proven to treat thinning hair and advancing baldness.
Rogaine is used to treat hair loss or thinning hair at the top of the head.
One pump spray applicator, One extended tip applicator, One rub on applicator - See leaflet in pack to determine the applicator which suits you best.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS:
Do not use if you do not have a family history of hair loss or:
Have a sudden and/or unexplained hair loss.
Have a red, inflamed, irritated, infected or painful scalp.
Have had an allergic reaction to Rogaine or any of its ingredients.
Are under 18 years or over 65 years of age.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist before you use if you Have any heart problem.
Keep out of reach of children.
For external use only. Do not take orally.
Avoid contact with eyes.
Highly flammable. Keep container tightly closed
Store at or below 25°C
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Adult - Directions: Apply 1 ml twice daily to a dry scalp for at least 4 months. Do not apply more than 2 ml daily. Wash hands thoroughly after application. Do not apply to any other area of the body.
Cessation of treatment may lead to reversibility of effects (within 3-4 months).
OTHER INFORMATION:
As many as 40% of men worldwide experience hair loss - a much higher percentage than you may have expected. Now, that may not make you feel any better, but you are not alone. You may feel embarrassed about losing your hair and because it can start as early as your 20s hair loss may make you feel older than you should. There are many different causes of hair loss, but in most cases it is hereditary.
Rogaine is a clear solution containing Minoxidil that you apply to the top of your scalp where hair is thinning. Using it twice a day can regrow hair and stop hair loss.
Apply Rogaine in the morning, once your scalp has dried after you wash your hair. Then apply it again in the evening - an hour or two before you go to bed - so that it has time to dry completely. A lot of people like to apply Rogainearound dinnertime. Be sure to wash your hands after each application of Rogaine.
The active ingredient in Rogaine (Minoxidil) revitalizes shrunken hair follicles, increasing their size. With continued application of Minoxidil using Rogaine - follicles gain even greater volume, their growing phases become longer, and they produce longer, thicker hairs.
Rogaine is another product that has Minoxidil as the active ingredient to stop hair loss - and can be purchased at a lower price than Rogaine.
HOW TO USE ROGAINE:
Apply 1ml of Rogaine twice daily to a dry scalp starting at the centre of the area. Massage the Rogaine solution into the scalp gently with the fingers. Wipe any excess Rogaine away from the forehead and wash hands thoroughly to remove all Rogaine.
Do not use more than the recommended dose of Rogaine or more than twice a day.
Wait 1 hour after applying Rogaine before wearing any protective headgear
EXPECTED OUTCOME OF ROGAINE:
Rogaine may take up to 4 - 6 months to take effect.
Onset and the degree of regrowth vary between individuals.
Regrowth will start a vellus (downy) hair followed by pigmented health hair.
Once regrowth has occurred you must continue to use Rogaine. If Rogaine is stopped, relapse to the pre-treatment pattern of hair loss is likely.
If there is no effect after 12 months cease using Rogaine.
COMMON ADVERSE EFFECTS OF ROGAINE:
Itching, rash, scalp dryness
WHEN TO SEEK FURTHER ADVICE:
If there is severe allergy to Rogaine (severe skin reaction, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue) stop using Rogaine and contact pharmacist or doctor immediately
Watch for systemic effects (fluid retention/oedema - swelling or puffiness of hands and feet, rapid heart rate/palpitations, increased frequency of angina or new onset of angina) and contact your pharmacist or doctor if any occur.
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