From R299
2% · 5% · 9%, 50ml scalp spray · Topical (scalp) · no separate script fee
What it is
Topical minoxidil solution for pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia) in men and women. Sprayed directly onto the scalp. Three strengths are available — 2%, 5% and 9% — and your doctor will advise which suits you.
How it is supplied
Available in several strengths (see the table below), each compounded for you by name, on prescription, by a SAHPRA-licensed South African compounding pharmacy — not imported research-grade material bought online.
| Strength | Price |
|---|---|
| 2% · 50ml | R299 |
| 5% · 50ml | R399 |
| 9% · 50ml | R549 |
This is a compounded preparation, not a SAHPRA-registered medicine. It is prepared for a named patient against a valid prescription and is supplied only after a consultation. Nothing here is medical advice or an offer to supply a prescription medicine without a prescription.
Common questions
Do I need a prescription for Minoxidil scalp spray?
Yes. Minoxidil scalp spray is a compounded, prescription-only preparation. It is dispensed only against a valid Swiss Medica prescription written for you by name, which follows a consultation.
Is Minoxidil scalp spray a registered medicine?
No. It is compounded for an individual patient by a SAHPRA-licensed South African pharmacy and is not a SAHPRA-registered medicine. Your doctor will explain the evidence, and its limits, before prescribing.