Should I Store Hair Loss Drug Rogaine (Minoxidil) in the Refrigerator?

I have a six month supply of Rogaine (minoxidil). Should I keep it in the refrigerator?

Instructions for the medical hair loss treatment Rogaine recommend storing it at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). I do not know what reconsideration may do to its effectiveness in the long-term.

Rogaine has a long shelf life when stored at room temperature (3 years for liquid and 2 years for foam) and does not require refrigeration. However, the foam product tends to melt in the hand quite quickly during warmer times of the year. To counter this effect when applying Rogaine Foam, try running the bottle under a cold tap for a few seconds. This will firm up the foam long enough to apply it to the scalp without running.

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Morc Furner says:

July 31, 2020 at 10:06 am

I have no specific data on the effect of temperature on the storage life of minoxidil solutions, BUT most degradations of chemical substances will speed up about one half (50%) for each 10 degrees C (18 degrees F) of temperature increase. So, it sounds like a GOOD IDEA ... the cooler the better. Just be sure not to cool it to the point where it starts to freeze or separate ... probably not a good idea to put it in the freezer.