Minoxidil
2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinopyrimidine 3-oxide
N/A Amino Acids · MW: 209.25 Da
Amino Acids
N/A
Molecular Weight
209.25 Da
Half-life
About 4.2 hours
Research Score
4.9
Studies
900
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil is the best-known topical hair-growth drug and is widely used for androgenetic alopecia. It prolongs the anagen phase and can increase hair shaft diameter and density over time.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
promotes anagen entry
increases hair density
improves shaft thickness
widely supported by clinical data
Research Summary
Minoxidil has extensive human evidence for scalp hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia and is a standard comparator in hair-loss trials. Its follicle effects are thought to involve potassium-channel modulation, vascular changes, and prolongation of the growth phase.
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