Medication info

My Deal 5% Foam Aerosol (Minoxidil)

OTC medication
Ingredient · strength
Minoxidil›4.75g / 100g
Manufacturer / importer
제이더블유신약(주)
Appearance
An aerosol in an aluminum can that maintains a white or yellowish foam when observed at room temperature for 1 minute
Packaging
60 grams/can
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202401884 · Notified 2024.08.02

Summary

Main use
Treatment of male and female pattern hair loss
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
For males, after completely drying the hair and scalp, apply about 1g (approximately half the cap) to the affected area twice a day (morning and evening) for at least 2 to 4 months. The total daily dosage must not exceed 2g. For females, after completely drying the hair and scalp, apply about 1g (approximately half the cap) to the affected area once a day for at least 3 to 6 months. The total daily dosage must not exceed 1g.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
제이더블유신약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of male and female pattern hair loss

  • Male pattern hair loss
  • female pattern hair loss
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This medication is used to treat male pattern hair loss and female pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia. Both male and female pattern hair loss exhibit thinning and loss of hair due to hormonal effects. This medication promotes hair growth and inhibits hair loss progression. Patients struggling with hair loss can restore hair health and help maintain a voluminous appearance with consistent use. It also has a positive impact on alleviating psychological stress caused by hair loss. Therefore, this medication is effective in treating androgenetic alopecia and is used to improve hair condition.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

For males, after completely drying the hair and scalp, apply about 1g (approximately half the cap) to the affected area twice a day (morning and evening) for at least 2 to 4 months. The total daily dosage must not exceed 2g. For females, after completely drying the hair and scalp, apply about 1g (approximately half the cap) to the affected area once a day for at least 3 to 6 months. The total daily dosage must not exceed 1g.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by children under 18 years of age or by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Additionally, individuals allergic to this medication or with heart disease should not use it. This medication should not be used if the hair loss is not hereditary or if hair loss occurs suddenly in patches. If there are abnormalities on the scalp such as inflammation, infection, psoriasis, or sunburn, this medication should not be used. Individuals currently using other scalp medications or those who have shaved their scalp should also avoid use. During the use of this medication, it should not be combined with certain medications such as corticosteroids and retinoids, and caution is needed when used with medications that affect blood pressure. Individuals over 55 years of age, those with edema, or individuals with thyroid function issues should consult a professional before using this medication. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, redness, headache, dizziness, palpitations, or breathing difficulties occur while using this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. This medication can affect the heart or blood pressure if absorbed excessively; therefore, it is important to consult a professional before use. If a dose is missed, proceed with the next dose at the normal time and do not double up. This medication is ineffective for hair loss due to specific causes or skin diseases, so confirming the cause before use is essential. Severe side effects may occur in case of overdose, so consult medical personnel immediately, and this medication should only be applied to the scalp and not to other areas. After use, wash hands thoroughly and take care to avoid contact with eyes or sensitive areas. This medication is flammable, so store it away from heat, flames, and smoke, and keep it out of reach of children. Store it in its original container, and it is recommended to use hair styling products only after this medication has fully dried. Additionally, dizziness or hypotension may occur during use, so avoid driving or operating machinery.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, coughing and fever accompanied by breathing abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes, extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

  • Itching
  • scaling
  • erythema
  • dermatitis
  • dry skin
  • hirsutism
  • folliculitis
  • burning sensation
  • rash
  • peeling
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  • hair loss
  • abscess
  • acne
  • nail disorders
  • seborrhea
  • eczema
  • hair abnormalities
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • chest pain
  • hypotension
  • changes in pulse
  • palpitations
  • pericardial effusion
  • pericarditis
  • coronary occlusion
  • tachycardia
  • bronchitis
  • upper respiratory infections
  • sinusitis
  • breathing difficulties
  • shortness of breath
  • fractures
  • abdominal pain
  • tendinitis
  • pain
  • neuritis
  • weakness
  • dizziness

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

An aerosol in an aluminum can that maintains a white or yellowish foam when observed at room temperature for 1 minute

Package unit

60 grams/can

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