Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
November 1987
in “
Archives of Dermatology
”
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Studysummary This study observed that long-term use of 3% topical minoxidil for androgenetic alopecia resulted in sustained hair regrowth for most patients, although hair counts declined between 12 and 30 months.
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The document summarizes various studies on the effectiveness of topical minoxidil therapy for androgenetic alopecia. The studies found that the therapy is safe and effective in promoting hair growth in patients with male pattern baldness, with most patients experiencing new hair growth. Hair counts increased significantly at four and 12 months, but decreased at 30 months. However, patients who continued to use the drug for 30 months had 50% or more hairs than when they started. The sustained use of the drug's effect on hair growth is unclear, and further research is needed on the long-term effects of minoxidil therapy.
