2 citations
,
May 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Topical minoxidil 5% can cause erectile dysfunction and decreased libido.
2 citations
,
January 2004 in “Korean Journal of Andrology” The herbal extract CS-10-H significantly promotes hair growth in mice.
21 citations
,
September 1977 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Minoxidil levels measured in human blood.
August 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical minoxidil for hair growth in men.
March 1997 in “The Lancet” Hirsutism is abnormal male-pattern hair growth in females due to excess androgens.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Alcohol-free minoxidil is better for treating hair loss in Indian men.
142 citations
,
August 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New 5% minoxidil foam effectively promotes hair growth and is safe for use.
March 2026 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” Low-dose oral minoxidil is more effective and convenient for treating male pattern baldness than topical minoxidil.
April 2026 in “Mendeley Data” April 2026 in “Mendeley Data”
138 citations
,
August 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil promotes hair growth in male pattern baldness.
27 citations
,
August 1984 in “Experimental and Molecular Pathology” April 2015 in “한국고분자학회 학술대회 연구논문 초록집” October 1988 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil's benefits may decrease after two years of use.
November 2024 in “JAMA Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
4 citations
,
October 2021 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Low-dose oral minoxidil increases hair density and thickness in people with hair loss.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Addressing concerns about side effects, cost, and long-term use could improve minoxidil treatment adherence.
July 2024 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” A new microneedle system with minoxidil nanoparticles effectively promotes hair regrowth with fewer side effects.
March 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 1 citations
,
May 2013 in “Polymer-korea” Micro-needles with minoxidil may help hair growth.
14 citations
,
July 1987 in “Contact Dermatitis” Minoxidil can cause allergic skin reactions in some users.
7 citations
,
October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Minoxidil can promote hair growth in hairless mice.
February 1993 in “PubMed” Minoxidil is used to treat hair loss.
11 citations
,
December 2011 in “PubMed” 5% minoxidil solution effectively treats hair loss in men and women.
January 1997 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology” January 2017 in “대한피부과학회지” Minoxidil effectively improved hair loss in a teenage girl with androgenetic alopecia.
April 2024 in “JAMA dermatology” Oral minoxidil is as effective as topical minoxidil for male hair loss but has more side effects like excessive hair growth and headaches.
September 2024 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Facial hair growth from minoxidil stopped after she quit using it.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” A 5% minoxidil spray could effectively treat male baldness with fewer side effects and better patient comfort.