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Minoxidil had been used as vasodilator drug prescribed as oral tablet to treat high blood pressure, with side effects that included hair growth and reversal of male baldness.

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The drug Minoxidil was found to grow hair but that wasn't why it was made What was Minoxidil originally meant to treat?

blood pressure


Does minoxidil help prevent hairloss?

Yes, minoxidil has been approved by the US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to treat baldness in both men and women. Since it is FDA approved, you know that minoxidil is safe and effective. Minoxidil will not help everyone, but it does help many people to reverse hair loss and stimulate the growth of new hair. Minoxidil is available under the brand name Rogaine as both liquid and foam.


What is minodoxil?

Minoxidil is a medication primarily used to treat hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia, also known as male or female pattern baldness. It is available in topical form and works by promoting hair regrowth and slowing down hair loss by increasing blood flow to hair follicles. Originally developed as an oral medication for hypertension, its hair restoration properties were discovered as a side effect. Minoxidil is commonly found in over-the-counter products like Rogaine.


Who invented rogain?

Rogain as in the drug that helps prevent hairloss,also called (Minoxidil)? It was first used to treat High blood pressure,back then it was called (Loniten) while using it to treat high blood pressure they discovered an intresting side effect that it made body hair thicker and darker. Its a modern medacine so it "probably" orginates from Britain like most modern medicines. Once discovered it could regrow hair in "some" men and make hair thicker an American company in Michigan called Upjohn Coperation made a 2% Minoxidil soloution for the treatment of hairloss and in the United states its known as "Rogaine" and in Europe and Asia its known as "Regaine". There is also later a 5% formulation designed for men and 2% is designed for women.


Can you apply minoxidil immidiately after applying hair oil?

yes ,you can use oil ,minimum after one hour to apply minoxidil ,dont mix oil with minoxidil....


What can you use for male hair loss?

There are many different ways one might choose to treat "male hair loss." Typical treatments include the use of topical preparations and creams, such as the brand "Minoxidil."


Name some topical hair loss solutions?

It is Minoxidil.


How do you use minoxidil regroe?

Minoxidil is a topical medication used to promote hair growth in individuals experiencing hair loss. To use minoxidil, apply the recommended amount to the affected area of the scalp once or twice daily, depending on the product's instructions. It is essential to apply minoxidil to a dry scalp and allow it to dry completely before styling your hair. Consistent and long-term use of minoxidil is necessary to see results, and it is important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider or the product packaging.


What are the only two approved hair loss treatments?

Minoxidil and Finasteride.


Does minoxidil cause dark circles?

yeah man..... Inhibitory effects of bFGF, VEGF and minoxidil on collagen synthesis by cultured hair dermal papilla cells.


What is the long term effects?

Minoxidil is a treatment for hair loss, it is not a cure. Once a patient stops taking minoxidil, he or she will most likely lose all of the re-grown hair within 90 days of stopping the medication and no further hair growth will occur.


Use Hair Restoration Formulas Carefully?

One of the most popular forms of hair restoration is the use of Minoxidil. This formula can be found in various over the counter and prescription hair restoration treatments and medicines. Originally used to regulate blood pressure, Minoxidil actually tends to grow hair wherever it is placed. If using this substance for hair restoration, be careful when applying the scalp medication, as poorly applied minoxidil can result in an uneven and false looking hairline.