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5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam
minoxidil · 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam is an arteriolar vasodilator (over-the-counter) containing minoxidil, made by Guangzhou Borderless Technology Co., Ltd..
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Arteriolar Vasodilator
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
to regrow hair of the scalp
Drug facts
- Generic name
- minoxidil
- Active ingredients
- Biotin, Minoxidil
- Drug class
- Arteriolar Vasodilator
- Dosage forms
- Aerosol, foam
- Label holder
- Guangzhou Borderless Technology Co., Ltd.
- FDA application
- 505G(a)(3)
- Label updated
- 09/29/2025
Active ingredients
Minoxidil 5% Biotin 0.5%
Purpose
Hair regrowth treatment for men and women
Uses
To regrow hair of the scalp
Directions
Apply half a capful 2 times a day to the scalp in the hair loss area. Massage into scalp with fingers, then wash hands well.. See enclosed leaflet for complete directions on how to use. Using more or more often will not improve results. Continued use is necessary to increase and keep your hair regrowth or hair loss will begin again.
Warnings
Flammable: keep away from fire or flame. Keep out of reach of children. For extemal use only.
Do not use
Your hair loss is sudden and/or patchy. You do not know the reason for your hair loss. You are under 18 years of age, Do not use on babies and children. Your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful. You use other medicines on the scalp.
When using this product
Do not apply on other parts of the body. Avoid contact with the eyes. in case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water. Some people have experienced changes in hair color and/or texture. It takes ime to regrow hair, results may occur at2 months with twice a day usage, for some people, you may need to use this product for at least 4 months before you see results. The amount of hair regrowth is diferent for each person. This product wil not work for all people.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Chest pain,rapid heartbeat faintness, or dizziness occurs. Sudden,unexplained weight gain oceurs. Your hands or feet swell. Scalp irritation or redness occurs. Unwanted facial hair growth occurs. You do not see hair regrowth in 4 months.
Keep out of reach of children
If swalowed, get medical help or contact a Poison control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Inactive ingredients
Cetyl alcohol citric acid glycerin isobutane lactic acid polysorbate 60 purified water SD alcohol 40-B stearyl alcohol butane edetate disodium
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerosol, foam | 5 g/100g / .5 g/100g | 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
- Guangzhou Borderless Technology Co., Ltd.Shown here505G(a)(3) · Label 09/29/2025 · NDC 85304-019Full label
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5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam: common questions
- What is 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam used for?
- to regrow hair of the scalp
- Is 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam a prescription drug?
- No. 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Serum With Biotin, 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam with Biotin, 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Topical Solution, 5%Minoxidil Hair Growth Sprays Serum.
- Who makes 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam?
- Guangzhou Borderless Technology Co., Ltd. lists 5% Minoxidil Hair Growth Foam with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 09/29/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice