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January 1978 in “Nephron” Minoxidil lowers blood pressure effectively but may cause side effects.
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Start acne treatment early to prevent scarring, consider antibiotic resistance, use maintenance therapy, and manage side effects carefully.
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