Is 5% Minoxidil Safe for Women?

Is it safe for women to use 5% minoxidil? My dermatologist recommended it but, in speaking with the people at Rogaine, they acted quite alarmed by the idea.

I recommend it for women as a routine. There’s a higher risk of facial hair growth with the 5%, which is what most (if not all) women wish to avoid… but that risk is still minimal. Officially, it was tested on men so that is the drug company’s line. You can see more about this here.