Cardiovascular Effects of Ingesting Topical Minoxidil in Pediatric Patients

    November 2014 in “ Pediatric emergency care ”
    Isabelle Claudet, C. Cortey, R. Honorat, Nicolas Franchitto
    Studysummary This study reports that the ingestion of a small amount of topical minoxidil by a child resulted in significant intoxication, suggesting the need for enhanced child-resistant packaging.
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