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5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment

minoxidil · 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment is an arteriolar vasodilator (over-the-counter) containing minoxidil, made by Shenzhen Earth Surface Trading Co., Ltd..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Arteriolar Vasodilator
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
1

Use to regrow hair of the scalp and beard growth for men and wemen

Drug facts

Generic name
minoxidil
Active ingredients
Minoxidil
Dosage forms
Liquid
Label holder
Shenzhen Earth Surface Trading Co., Ltd.
FDA application
M032
Label updated
05/23/2026

Active ingredients

Minoxidil 5% w/w

Purpose

Hair Regrowth

Uses

Use to regrow hair of the scalp and beard growth for men and wemen

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use

If Do not use if You have no family history of hair loss. Your hair loss is sudden and/or patchy. Your hair loss is associated with childbirth. 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.

Ask a doctor before use

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor Stop Use And Ask A Doctor Chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, or dizziness occurs. Sudden, unexplained weight gain occurs. Scalp irritation or redness occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

When using this product

When Using When Using Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with a large amount of cool tap water.

Keep out of reach of children

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

Description

Directions Directions Apply twice a day. Once in the morning and another time in the evening before bed Spray directly on top of the scalp in the area to be treated Using more than directed or more often will not improve results Continued use is necessary to lncrease and then malntain your hair regrowth

Inactive ingredients

Water, Propylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Castor Oil, Lavender Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf, Chamomile, Biotin, Rosemary Oil, Ginger, Batana Oil

Questions?

Other information Other information Before use, read all information on carton and enclosed leaflet. Store at controlled room temperature 10° to 30°C (50° to 80°F). Do not incinerate container. Do not expose to heat or store at temperature above 104°F (40°C).

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Liquid5 g/100mLtopical1

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

  • Shenzhen Earth Surface Trading Co., Ltd.Shown hereM032 · Label 05/23/2026 · NDC 85636-023Full label

Related recalls

FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient

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5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment: common questions

What is 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment used for?
Use to regrow hair of the scalp and beard growth for men and wemen
Is 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment a prescription drug?
No. 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment?
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 Hair Regrowth Treatment?
Shenzhen Earth Surface Trading Co., Ltd. lists 5% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment with the FDA.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 05/23/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice