Standard Shipping = Includes Tracking Number ( Takes 5 - 10 Business Days ) Alopexy 5% Minoxidil Original Pierre Fabre is a solution recommended in certain cases of alopecia (excessive hair loss), called androgenetic, of moderate intensity in humans. This solution is composed of Minoxidil 5g: Minoxidil was approved in 1979 in the United States as a treatment against hypertension thanks to its vasodilator function. Minoxidil was sold in tablets and was used exclusively on patients with hypertension. But, as an unwanted side effect , we noticed a hair growth effect as well as an increase in their density. Minoxidil is a dilator of blood vessels , used locally at low concentrations (2% in women and 5% in men) therefore undetectable with no effect on blood pressure. Composition The active substance is : Minoxidil 5 g. Per 100 ml. The other ingredients are : Propylene glycol, 96% ethanol, purified water. Precautions for use Never use ALOPEXY 5% Pierre Fabre , solution for skin application: If you are allergic to the active substance (minoxidil) or to any of the other ingredients of ALOPEXY 5%. If you have had intolerance while using the 2% minoxidil solution. If you are under 18 or over 65. If you have scalp lesions.