Generic Health GH Minoxidil Extra Strength 3 Month Supply 180mL (S2)

Product specification

About this product

TGA-registered 5% minoxidil — the same active as Regaine, at the Generic Health price point.

Generic Health GH Minoxidil Extra Strength 3 Month Supply 180mL (S2) is a topical solution containing minoxidil 50 mg/mL (5%), indicated for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) in adult men. Supplied in Australia by Generic Health Pty Ltd. Use it in accordance with the carton instructions and your healthcare professional's advice.

Key features

• Minoxidil 50 mg/mL (5% w/v) topical solution — the highest TGA-approved over-the-counter strength for hair regrowth
• Same active concentration as Regaine Extra Strength, in a clinically equivalent generic formulation
• 3-month supply pack (3 × 60 mL bottles, 180 mL total) at a fraction of the brand-name cost
• Includes dropper for accurate 1 mL twice-daily application
• Indicated for androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) in adult men
• Manufactured to GMP standards under Generic Health Pty Ltd's TGA licence (AUST R 267480)
• Schedule 2 (Pharmacy Only) — supplied under pharmacist supervision

What makes Generic Health GH Minoxidil Extra Strength different

GH Minoxidil contains the identical active ingredient at the identical strength as Regaine Extra Strength — minoxidil 50 mg/mL — but is supplied by Generic Health, a 100% Australian-owned generic pharmaceutical company that prices its products to make TGA-registered generics affordable. For ongoing hair-loss treatment (which is generally lifelong), the 3-month supply at the Generic Health price point typically saves users $150 to $300 a year versus the brand-name equivalent, with no compromise on the active.

Who is it for?

• Adult men with androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) — particularly the vertex (crown) and frontal areas
• Men who have been using Regaine and want a cheaper TGA-registered equivalent
• Men starting hair regrowth treatment after consultation with their pharmacist or GP
• NOT for use by women (a separate 2% minoxidil formulation is the standard for female pattern hair loss in Australia)

What's in the pack

3 × 60 mL bottles (180 mL total — a 3-month supply at the standard 1 mL twice-daily dose), each with a calibrated dropper.

Pharmacist usage tip

Apply 1 mL to the affected area of the scalp twice daily, morning and night. Use the dropper to measure — do not apply more than 1 mL per dose. Wash hands thoroughly after each application. Visible regrowth typically takes 3 to 6 months of consistent use; some users experience an initial mild shedding in the first 4 to 6 weeks (the 'shed' phase) before regrowth begins. Treatment is generally continued indefinitely — benefits gradually reverse if you stop.

About the active

Minoxidil 50 mg/mL (5% w/v)

Minoxidil is a pyrimidine derivative originally developed as an oral antihypertensive medicine in the 1970s. The observation that patients receiving oral minoxidil grew additional body hair led to the development of the topical formulation now used for the management of androgenetic alopecia.

Applied to the scalp, minoxidil is thought to prolong the anagen (growth) phase of the hair follicle and to widen the hair shaft. The exact mechanism is not fully understood, and effects vary between individuals.

Indicated for the topical treatment of androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) in adult men. Visible results typically require several months of consistent twice-daily use; treatment is generally continued indefinitely, as benefits gradually reverse on stopping.

Safety: Schedule 2 (Pharmacy Only). Not for use by women, children, or men under 18 unless specifically directed by a doctor. Discuss with a pharmacist before use if you have cardiovascular disease, scalp conditions, or are taking other medications. Stop use and seek advice if scalp irritation, unwanted facial hair, dizziness, palpitations or chest pain occur.

Indications

The following indications are recorded on this product's ARTG entry:

• Topical treatment of androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) in adult men

Directions for use

Adult males: apply 1 mL to the affected area of the scalp twice daily, using the dropper supplied. Wash hands after each application. Continue use as directed — visible regrowth typically takes several months.

Warnings and important information

• Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
• If symptoms persist, talk to your healthcare professional.
• Discuss with your pharmacist or doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.
• Stop use and seek advice if any unexpected reaction occurs.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep the original packaging closed. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Frequently asked questions

Sources

• Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) — entry for this product. tga.gov.au/resources/artg
• Therapeutic Goods Administration — Permissible Indications Determination and Therapeutic Goods (Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code) Instrument 2021. tga.gov.au
• Healthdirect Australia — general consumer health information. healthdirect.gov.au
• Manufacturer carton and Consumer Medicine Information (where supplied).