Use of Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia in Transgender and Gender-Diverse People: A Retrospective Study of 27 Patients
August 2025
in “
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
”

TLDR Oral minoxidil can effectively treat hair loss in transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
The study investigates the use of oral minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia in transgender and gender-diverse individuals. It is a retrospective analysis involving 27 patients. The findings suggest that oral minoxidil is a viable treatment option for hair loss in this population, showing positive results in hair growth. The study highlights the importance of considering individual patient needs and the potential benefits of oral minoxidil in managing androgenetic alopecia among transgender and gender-diverse people.