Is minoxidil FDA approved for beard growth use?

FDA stands for food and drug administration.

Minoxidil FDA approved?

Both the 2% and 5% minoxidil are FDA approved for use on the scalp to combat male and female pattern baldness, but not anywhere else on the body.

But just because it isn’t FDA approved to use it for beard growth, doesn’t mean that it is dangerous either. It simply means that there haven’t been enough studies and, as a result, data to show conclusive evidence that it is indeed safe for both short and long term use for beard growth.

The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.

While oral minoxidil is not FDA-approved for hair loss, clinical trials have displayed effectiveness using oral minoxidil at various doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily).”

the topical formulation is currently the only drug approved for treatment of male and female pattern hair loss.^[1]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482378/

Are Kirkland and Rogaine FDA approved?

All minoxidil brands including Rogaine and Kirkland are FDA approved for use on the scalp, but not for use on the face. However, that doesn’t make minoxidil necessarily unsafe to use for beard growth, either.