Can rogaine (containing 5% minoxidil) be taken as a pill instead of a liquid?

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I would like to take rogaine as a pill if that is possible. Or is there any other pill that can substitute for rogaine.

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

There is a pill version of Minoxidil available- however it's generally used only if there is a significant problem with using it topically. This version generally has more significant side effects so is not as commonly prescribed.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

As I knowledge, there is tablet form of minox, used with other medications to treat high blood pressure ..  but serum form of minoxidil is used to stop hair loss as topical usage . You also may use finasteride pills to stop hair loss .

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Minoxidil is available as a pill. There are alot more side effects - some quite significant. If you are going to consider this pill, spend time educating yourself. I don't prescribe it very much nor do many of my North American colleagues.If pills are what you are looking for, you might also consider finasteride. But again, spend the time to review all side effects.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Minoxidil does come in an oral form and is used extensively in India for the treatment of hair loss very effectively.

Can rogaine (containing 5% minoxidil) be taken as a pill instead of a liquid?

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