TLDR Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective for treating hair loss with personalized plans and safety monitoring.
The expert consensus provides guidance on using low-dose oral minoxidil for treating hair loss. The document highlights that low-dose oral minoxidil is an effective treatment option for various types of hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. The consensus emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment plans, considering factors such as patient age, sex, and the severity of hair loss. It also discusses potential side effects, such as hypertrichosis and cardiovascular effects, and suggests monitoring protocols to ensure patient safety. The guidance aims to assist clinicians in optimizing treatment outcomes for patients experiencing hair loss.
February 2024 in “Cosmoderma” Low-dose oral minoxidil can help treat male and female pattern hair loss, especially in those who can't use topical treatments or have heart health issues.
October 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” The Trust tonic is more effective than minoxidil for treating hair loss.
25 citations,
June 2018 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Combined microneedling and minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil foam helps women with thinning hair.
8 citations,
March 2015 in “PubMed” 5% minoxidil foam effectively treats female hair loss.
30 citations,
November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
12 citations,
February 2003 in “PubMed” 
1 citations,
September 2002 in “PubMed” Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and reduce hair loss in women with androgenic alopecia.
127 citations,
July 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil shortens baldness from chemotherapy by 50.2 days without significant side effects.
