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Warnings For external use only. For use by men only. Flammable: Keep away from fire or flame Do not use if: • you are a woman • your amount of hair loss is different than that shown on the side of this carton or your hair loss is on the front of the scalp. 5% minoxidil topical solution is not intended for frontal baldness or receding hairline • you have no family history of hair loss • your hair loss is sudden and/or patchy • you do not know the reason for your hair loss • you are under 18 years of age. Do not use on babies and children • your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful • you use other medicines on the scalp Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease When using this product • do not apply on other parts of the body • avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water • some people have experienced changes in hair color and/or texture • it takes time to regrow hair. Results may occur at 2 months with twice a day usage. For some men, you may need to use this product for at least 4 months before you see results. • the amount of hair regrowth is different for each person. This product will not work for all men. Stop use and ask a doctor if • chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, or dizziness occurs • sudden, unexplained weight gain occurs • your hands or feet swell • scalp irritation or redness occurs • unwanted facial hair growth occurs • you do not see hair regrowth in 4 months May be harmful if used when pregnant or breast-feeding. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help, or contact a Poison Control Center right away.