Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatment Results with Topical Minoxidil

March 1987 in “ Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology ”

Janet L. Roberts

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TLDR Topical minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss caused by androgenetic alopecia.

Topical minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia, according to a study. Both 2% and 3% solutions of minoxidil were found to promote hair regrowth in patients, with an increase in terminal hairs and a decrease in balding area diameter. The study involved 60 subjects with androgenetic alopecia who were treated with topical minoxidil for 12 months. The treatment was well-tolerated with only minor adverse reactions reported and no significant changes in laboratory tests, except for a slight decrease in blood pressure. Long-term trials are needed to determine if the hair growth is sustained with continued therapy.

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