Topical Minoxidil 2% Solution (‘Regaine’) for Male Pattern Baldness Among Filipinos

In a study conducted 35 years ago on 50 healthy male Filipino subjects, 34 completed a 10-month evaluation of 2% topical minoxidil for male pattern baldness. The study found that 52% of subjects observed minimal new hair growth, while 42% reported moderate growth. Investigators rated 79% of subjects with minimal growth and 21% with moderate growth. Additionally, 70.5% of subjects experienced decreased hair shedding, and terminal hair counts showed statistically significant growth. No significant physical or laboratory abnormalities were reported.