MEN'S ROGAINE vs WOMEN'S ROGAINE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	MEN'S ROGAINE	WOMEN'S ROGAINE
Rating	70/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$5.05 /30	~$5.05 /30
Type	OTC	OTC
Active ingredient	MINOXIDIL	MINOXIDIL
Manufacturer	Kenvue Brands	Kenvue Brands
Dosage forms	Spray/Inhaler, Topical	Spray/Inhaler, Topical
Drug class	Arteriolar Vasodilator	Arteriolar Vasodilator
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 4.2 hours	about 4.2 hours
Treats	Alopecia, Malignant Hypertension	Alopecia, Malignant Hypertension

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Rating

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$5.05 /30

Type

OTC

Active ingredient

MINOXIDIL

Manufacturer

Kenvue Brands

Dosage forms

Spray/Inhaler, Topical

Drug class

Arteriolar Vasodilator

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 4.2 hours

Treats

Alopecia, Malignant Hypertension

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Men's Rogaine or Women's Rogaine?

Men's Rogaine and Women's Rogaine are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Men's Rogaine or Women's Rogaine?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $5.05 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Men's Rogaine and Women's Rogaine?

Both Men's Rogaine and Women's Rogaine share the active ingredient Minoxidil.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.