Comparison
CVS Health vs Rogaine®
CVS Health and Rogaine® compared on Minoxidil strengths, formats, audience, where to buy and subscription — neutral facts, no scores.
| CVS Health | Rogaine® | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Retailer private label | OTC Minoxidil brand |
| Regulatory type | OTC drug (FDA monograph / ANDA) | OTC drug (NDA) |
| Contains Minoxidil | Yes | Yes |
| Minoxidil strengths | 2% / 5% | 2% / 5% |
| For | Men / Women | Men / Women |
| Liquid / dropper | Yes | Yes |
| Foam | Yes | Yes |
| Spray | Not offered / not verified | Not offered / not verified |
| Other formats | None listed | None listed |
| Subscription | Not required | Optional |
| Where to buy (US) | CVS stores and cvs.com | Pharmacies, mass retail, grocery and online |
| Current price | See current retailer listing | See current retailer listing |
| Data status | Pending verification against current labels | Pending verification against current labels |
How to read this comparison
This is a comparison of CVS Health and Rogaine®. FOLIGAIN publishes this resource but is not part of this comparison; both names are trademarks of their owners.
OTC Minoxidil products at the same strength contain the same active ingredient under the same FDA rules. Real differences are usually format, inactive ingredients (such as propylene glycol or alcohol level), pack size, price per month, buying channel and whether a subscription or telehealth visit is involved.
Prices and ranges change often. Where a row says 'Not offered / not verified', we have not confirmed the product on a current label.
About CVS Health
CVS Health is the private-label (store-brand) range sold by CVS Pharmacy. Its Minoxidil products are OTC drug products that contain the same active ingredient, at the same labeled strengths, as national-brand OTC Minoxidil.
Store-brand Minoxidil is usually manufactured by a contract manufacturer and distributed under the retailer's name. The exact manufacturer, inactive ingredients and package sizes are listed on each product's Drug Facts label and DailyMed record.
- Sold under the retailer's own label, typically shelved next to national brands
- Pricing and pack sizes set by the retailer
About Rogaine®
Rogaine® is the original US topical Minoxidil brand, first approved in 1988 and sold over the counter since 1996. It is one of the most recognized hair-regrowth brands in the country.
Its 5% foam helped popularize propylene-glycol-free Minoxidil, and its women's 5% foam introduced a once-daily regimen for women.
- The original approved topical Minoxidil brand
- Once-daily women's 5% foam
- Very wide national retail distribution
How to choose
Pick the label that matches your sex and needs, then the format you'll use consistently. Compare cost per month rather than per bottle, and ask a pharmacist if you have health conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Is CVS Health the same as Rogaine®?
At the same Minoxidil strength and format the active ingredient is the same; inactive ingredients, packaging and buying experience can differ.
Where do these facts come from?
Each brand's official site and, for OTC drugs, the Drug Facts label on DailyMed. See the brand pages for source links and verification status.
Exploring another Minoxidil option?
See FOLIGAIN® Minoxidil formulations for men and women, or browse every brand in the U.S. Brand Intelligence Center.
This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about your individual situation.
Written and reviewed by the FOLIGAIN editorial team. Competing brands are discussed factually and respectfully; brand names are the property of their respective owners.