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    Minoxidil: An Underused Vasodilator for Resistant or Severe Hypertension

    May 2004 in “ Journal of Clinical Hypertension ”
    Domenic A. Sica
    Studysummary Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension, but watch for side effects.
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