Rogaine is one of the only proven hair loss medications approved by the FDA for treating hair loss. Minoxidil, (Rogaine’s main ingredient), was first used as a drug for treating hypertension. It was soon discovered that one of its side affects was new hair. Minoxidil was then tested for use a topical application for regrowing hair. The results were sufficiently impressive that the FDA approved it as a treatment for hair loss.
Rogaine is available in two strengths — Regular (2%) and Extra Strength (5%). Individual users of Regular strength Rogaine have claimed success rates of 30-40%. Rogaine is a clear alcohol-based solution and should be applied to a person’s thinning area with its supplied dropper or spray twice a day.
It’s important to note that Rogaine (minoxidil) does not cure baldness and scientists have been unable to determine just how it works. To find out more about hair loss visit Hair Loss Medication .
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