Is Minoxidil (Rogaine) Clinically Effective?

April 1989 in “ Archives of Dermatology ”

Steven R. Feldman

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research Minoxidil for Male-Pattern Baldness

20 citations , September 1987 in “The Lancet”

research Minoxidil: Hope for the Bald?

40 citations , May 1987 in “The Lancet”

Minoxidil helps some bald men, but most lose hair again when stopping.

research Long-Term Follow-Up of Men with Male Pattern Baldness Treated with Topical Minoxidil

51 citations , March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Minoxidil keeps most hair growth from first year and twice-daily use is better with few side effects.

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