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Minoxidil for Men & Minoxidil for Women: Drug Facts

Can the men's 5% minoxidil hair care products be used by women safely, or are there risks?

The main reason the FDA has not approved the higher concentration of minoxidil for women is due to the possibility of birth defects or other reproductive harm.  This risk has not been identified for men, only women of childbearing age.

Can the CAP+ Clinical Hair Therapy Bundle products yield results without use of the cap?

Yes. This bundle includes 2% Minoxidil Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women, the only FDA-approved medication for women to treat female pattern baldness. The Cap+ Clinical Shampoo, Conditioner, Revitalizer, and Activator contain ingredients such as arga