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5% Minoxidil Foam
minoxidil · 5% Minoxidil Foam is an arteriolar vasodilator (over-the-counter) containing minoxidil, made by HONG KONG YUEJIE INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED.
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Arteriolar Vasodilator
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
Helps regrow hair on the scalp
Drug facts
- Generic name
- minoxidil
- Active ingredients
- Minoxidil
- Drug class
- Arteriolar Vasodilator
- Dosage forms
- Aerosol, foam
- Label holder
- HONG KONG YUEJIE INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED
- FDA application
- 505G(a)(3)
- Label updated
- 09/02/2026
Active ingredients
Minoxidil 5%
Purpose
For female hair regrowth
Uses
Helps regrow hair on the scalp
Directions
Press out half a capful of foam once daily and apply it evenly to the area of the scalp (not hair) where hair regrowth is desired Massage in with fingers; wash hands after More frequent use will not improve results Continued use is needed to maintain regrowth
Warnings
For external use only Flammable: Keep away from fire or flames
Do not use
You are experiencing sudden hair loss or patchy hair loss You do not know the cause of hair loss You are under 18 years old. This product is not for infants and children You are taking other medications on your scalp You have scalp irritation including redness, inflammation, pain, or bacterial infection
When using this product
Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease Do not exceed the recommended dosage and do not use on other parts of the body except the scalp Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with plenty of cool water Hair color or hair texture may change during use Hair regrowth takes time, and resultsvary among individuals over 3-6 months of use. Apply once daily. Consistent use over several months is required to see results. Responses to treatment vary, so this product may not work for all women.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Chest pain, rapid heartbeat, dizziness Sudden weight gain occurs Swelling of hands or feet Abnormal scalp irritation and redness of the scalp
Keep out of reach of children
May be harmful if used when pregnant or breast-feeding. Keep out of reach of children and pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Avoid children's contact with minoxidil-treated application sites. Skin contact by children with a caregiver's minoxidil-treated skin may result in hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth).
Inactive ingredients
GLYCERIN CETYL ALCOHOL STEARYL ALCOHOL SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE WATER POLYSORBATE 80 ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID LACTIC ACID, UNSPECIFIED FORM CASTOR OIL .ALPHA.-TOCOPHEROL EDETATE SODIUM
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerosol, foam | .05 g/mL | topical | 1 |
Side effect reports to FDA
FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 44,659 reports that list minoxidil, data through 07/30/2026
Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Most often reported reactions
- Adverse drug reaction8,585
- Drug ineffective7,760
- Alopecia3,801
- Application site pruritus2,926
- Off label use2,275
- Overdose1,461
- Application site irritation1,420
- Application site pain1,413
- Hair texture abnormal1,409
- Headache1,342
To report a side effect, use FDA MedWatch.
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- HONG KONG YUEJIE INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITEDShown here505G(a)(3) · Label 09/02/2026 · NDC 87986-001Full label
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
- Class IIDrug02/01/2023Minoxidil 0.75% (1.5ML vial) Injectable, Rx Only, Pharmacy Innovations, 2936 W 17th St., Erie, PA.Pharmacy Innovations · Lack of Assurance of Sterility: FDA inspection revealed insanitary...
- Class IIDrug08/05/2020Formula 82F (Minoxidil 5%/Tretinoin 0.01%/Fluocinolone Acetonide 0.01%/Finasteride 0.25%), 0.5 FL OZ (15...MasterPharm LLC · 4 products · Lack of Processing Controls (lack of assurance of conformity to...
- Class IDrug07/08/2020Minoxidil/Biotin/Spironolactone 1.25/5/25 mg capsule, 90 capsules per bottle, This is a compounded drug...MasterPharm LLC · Super-potent Drug: This recall has been initiated due to the...
- Class IIDrug03/22/2017MINOXADIL all strength including 2%, 5% and MINOXIDIL / RETINOIC ACID 5% / 0.025, Synergy RX, 4901 Morena...Synergy Rx · Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There are also CGMP Deviations.
- Class IIDrug07/20/2016MINOXIDIL 0.5% W/PRES. (BENZYL ETOH 2%), 10ML Vials, MEDAUS PHARMACYMedaus, Inc. · Lack of Assurance of Sterility
5% Minoxidil Foam: common questions
- What is 5% Minoxidil Foam used for?
- Helps regrow hair on the scalp
- Is 5% Minoxidil Foam a prescription drug?
- No. 5% Minoxidil Foam is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as 5% Minoxidil Foam?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Hair Regrowth Treatment, Minoxidil (For Men), Minoxidil for Women, Minoxidil.
- Who makes 5% Minoxidil Foam?
- HONG KONG YUEJIE INTERNATIONAL TRADING LIMITED lists 5% Minoxidil Foam with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 09/02/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice