Topical Minoxidil for Extended Alopecia Areata

    March 1985 in “ Acta Dermato Venereologica ”
    G Frentz
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    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

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    autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

    Studysummary This study found that 1% topical minoxidil led to an increase in terminal hair growth in some individuals with alopecia areata, but only one case showed cosmetically satisfying results.
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    A study conducted in 1985 investigated the effects of 1% topical minoxidil on 23 individuals with alopecia areata over a 3-month period. The double-blind crossover study found that 13 patients experienced some increase in terminal hair growth, with a statistically significant difference compared to the placebo group (p < 0.005). However, only one case resulted in cosmetically satisfying hair growth. Additionally, two male patients experienced an increase in blood pressure following the withdrawal of minoxidil lotion.
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