2 citations
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May 1989 in “JAMA” Minoxidil can help hair growth but may not always look cosmetically good.
September 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, may help nails grow faster.
2 citations
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November 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Lotions release minoxidil better than creams, with a recommended mix of propylene glycol, water, and ethanol improving effectiveness.
1 citations
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May 1989 in “JAMA” Minoxidil can help hair growth but may not always look cosmetically good.
August 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil can temporarily increase hair shedding, causing anxiety and treatment discontinuation.
January 2025 in “Revista Vitae” A new method reliably detects minoxidil in hair products, revealing some non-compliance with regulations.
27 citations
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September 2018 in “Medicines” Oleic acid nanovesicles improve minoxidil absorption in hair follicles for alopecia treatment.
2 citations
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March 1988 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil can help regrow hair or slow down hair loss, but results vary among individuals.
6 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Combination of 17α-estradiol and minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in most patients.
September 2010 in “Reactions Weekly” A woman was allergic to 5% minoxidil, with stronger reactions to higher concentrations.
40 citations
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January 2018 in “Pharmaceutics” Eucalyptol and oleic acid in nanoemulsions improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, potentially enhancing hair loss treatment.
September 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Both 2.5 mg and 5 mg doses of oral minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth in men with hair loss.
March 2020 in “Case medical research”
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March 1989 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil can help grow hair in mice by making cells grow and improving hair quality. More research needed.
September 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”
54 citations
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February 1986 in “Archives of Dermatology” Higher minoxidil concentration (5%) works better for severe hair loss, with most patients seeing regrowth in 48-60 weeks.
23 citations
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June 2017 in “Rejuvenation Research” Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.
March 2023 in “Aktualʹnì pitannâ farmacevtičnoï ì medičnoï nauki ta praktiki” Both new minoxidil formulations significantly stimulated hair growth and improved dermal metabolism.
11 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Chemical Education” Minoxidil detects nitrite in water, creating a simple, cheap test.
7 citations
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January 2021 in “Cureus” A woman had an allergic skin reaction to a hair loss treatment containing minoxidil and should not use it.
January 2024 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” Minoxidil liniment is effective in treating hair loss in women.
16 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of inclusion phenomena and macrocyclic chemistry” Minoxidil mixed with 2-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin in water can improve hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
November 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrow faster in stress-related hair loss.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair growth by improving blood vessel function.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Topical minoxidil might potentially cause vision problems, but more research is needed.
April 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” The new minoxidil gel improves hair growth and reduces skin irritation.
August 2023 in “JAAD International” Low dose oral minoxidil is generally safe and can improve hair loss in women, with some experiencing side effects and minimal blood pressure changes.
3 citations
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September 2022 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, works better and has fewer side effects when put into tiny particles called transethosomes, especially those containing oleic acid.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of in silico & in vitro pharmacology” Combining Minoxidil and Rosemary oil in liposomes improves Minoxidil's effectiveness and remains stable for 60 days.
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June 2016 in “Journal of receptor and signal transduction research” Minoxidil increases calcium levels and kills prostate cancer cells independently of calcium.