Niosomes as a Vesicular Carrier for Topical Administration of Minoxidil: Formulation and In Vitro Assessment

    December 2013 in “ Drug Delivery and Translational Research ”
    Nitin B Mali, Sharad Darandale, Pradeep R. Vavia
    Studysummary This study found that minoxidil-loaded niosomes with a Span 60 and cholesterol ratio of 1:2 significantly increased skin retention of minoxidil compared to control gel.
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    1. Positive Lymphocyte Transformation Test in a Patient with Allergic Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp After Short-Term Use of Topical Minoxidil Solution Contact Dermatitis · 2005
    2. Penetration of Minoxidil from Ethanol/Propylene Glycol Solutions: Effect of Application Volume and Occlusion Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences · 1995

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