Rogaine and Hair Loss

Rogaine is the grand daddy of all commercially available hair growth products. It is also the first commercial name for Minoxidil.

According to the official company website, this product works by either increasing the number of actively growing hair cells or by helping blood flow to the cells in your scalp.

80% of men who have used it have noticed that their hereditary hair loss had stopped within 4 months and 50% of users experienced moderate to dense re-growth after 12 months.

Keep in mind that it is used to treat balding in the crown area and may be ineffective for a receding hairline or "widows peak."

As with most products, This one is most effective for people in the early stages of hereditary hair loss.

It is applied in 1 ml doses twice a day for maximum effect.

As with any medication, there may be side effects. They may include:

Rogaine must be used continually to keep any new hair growth. You can expect to begin losing your newly grown hair if you discontinue use.

It is now available without a prescription but it should not be used without first consulting your health care professional.