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    Minoxidil Beyond Hair: A Comprehensive Review of Its Effects on Nail Growth

    February 2026 in “ Journal of Clinical Medicine ”
    Víctor Pinos-León, Jorge Vásconez-González, Juan S. Izquierdo-Condoy … Esteban Ortiz-Prado
    Studysummary In this narrative review, researchers found preliminary evidence suggesting that minoxidil, both topical and oral, may enhance nail growth and improve nail strength and appearance, though more extensive studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety for this off-label use.
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