Minoxidil: Main Differences Between Topical And Oral Use

February 2023 in “ Seven Editora eBooks ”

Alissa Schmidt San Martin, Anna Laura Ribeiro Ribas, Carolina Ceron Reginatto, Carolina Garcia Poltronieri, Laura Faistel Marques, Leonardo Ziotti Moraski, Louise Zanardo Sartori, Maria Eduarda Andres, Nathalia Strapazzon Mulinari, Rodrigo do Nascimento Izolan

New to Minoxidil? There is a guide in the encyclopedia. Read the guide →

minoxidil topical minoxidil oral minoxidil hair growth hair loss hypertension 2% concentration 5% concentration Rogaine

Studysummary This study aims to compare the differences in adverse reactions and efficacy between topical and oral use of minoxidil for hair growth, with a focus on newer, lower-dose oral applications originally used for hypertension.

Our plain-language summary. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer ·

View this study on sevenpublicacoes.com.br →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Related Research

9 / 9 results

research Randomized Trial of Microneedling Combined With 2% Minoxidil Topical Solution for the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Chinese Population

1 citations , October 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

In this study, combining 2% minoxidil with weekly microneedling significantly improved hair regrowth in women with female pattern hair loss compared to using minoxidil alone, with an 85% effective rate reported in the group receiving both treatments over a 24-week period.

research Sisaipho Alopecia Areata Treated With Tofacitinib and Oral Minoxidil

1 citations , August 2022 in “JAAD case reports”

This article discusses the patterns and variants of alopecia areata, including the rare sisaipho, but reports no new research findings.

research Role of Low Dose Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Hair Loss: A Review

1 citations , August 2021 in “Cosmoderma”

This study reviewed literature on low-dose oral minoxidil as a treatment for hair loss, finding good compliance and tolerability, with mild adverse effects like hypertrichosis, which increase with higher doses.

research Minoxidil And Its Use In Hair Disorders: A Review

117 citations , August 2019 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy”

This review article provides an updated overview of the pharmacology, mechanism of action, clinical efficacy, and adverse events associated with topical minoxidil, a widely used treatment for androgenetic alopecia and other hair loss conditions, while noting that its exact mechanism is still not fully understood.

research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil for Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Systematic Review

1 citations , February 2019 in “PubMed”

This source reports that topical minoxidil effectively treats hair loss in androgenetic alopecia, varying efficacy by ethnic groups, and when combined with other therapies, shows increased effectiveness for conditions like alopecia areata and congenital hair disorders.

research Is Topical Minoxidil Solution Effective on Androgenetic Alopecia in Routine Daily Practice?

14 citations , January 2007 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

In this study, researchers found that the insignificant cosmetic effect of 5% topical minoxidil solution led to treatment discontinuation among nearly all patients with androgenetic hair loss.

research Drug-Induced Hair Disorders

40 citations , August 2006 in “Current Drug Safety”

This article reviews how various drugs may cause hair loss, stimulate growth, or alter hair characteristics, but reports no new clinical results; drug-induced hair loss is typically reversible.

research Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

April 1985 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery”

This study found that 1% topical minoxidil significantly promoted hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata, though it was less effective or ineffective in more severe forms like alopecia totalis and universalis.

research Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

80 citations , October 1983 in “BMJ”

This study found that 1% topical minoxidil induced significant hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata, though it was less effective for those with extensive hair loss such as alopecia totalis and universalis.