TLDR Minoxidil response testing helps treat hair loss effectively and safely.
The study confirms the clinical validity of minoxidil response testing in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and demonstrates its clinical utility in guiding AGA treatment. The test could protect consumers from the potential side effects, emotional stress, and expense associated with the use of an ineffective drug. Minoxidil response testing could also direct patients to seek medical consultation earlier and ultimately improve outcomes for AGA patients.
20 citations,
April 2014 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Sulfotransferase in hair follicles helps predict how well minoxidil works for female hair loss.
27 citations,
November 2013 in “Dermatologic Therapy” New test predicts if hair loss treatment will work.
142 citations,
November 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New 5% minoxidil foam effectively promotes hair growth and is safe for use.
269 citations,
August 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil works better for hair growth and density, with minor irritation.
59 citations,
February 1998 in “Chemico-Biological Interactions” Minoxidil breakdown varies by enzymes, affecting hair loss treatment effectiveness.
32 citations,
January 1994 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minoxidil helps hair growth by activating enzymes in hair follicles.
166 citations,
November 1990 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil sulfate stimulates hair growth.
3 citations,
January 2018 A woman had an unusual allergic reaction to a hair loss treatment, which cleared up after stopping the treatment and using a different medication.
January 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” 
16 citations,
April 1984 in “Archives of Dermatology” Topical minoxidil can help hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients, but maintaining the growth after stopping treatment is inconsistent.
