Topical Minoxidil Therapy And Hair Regrowth

In the 1980s, preliminary research on topical minoxidil showed promise for hair regrowth, particularly in cases of severe, treatment-resistant alopecia. Minoxidil, originally a vasodilator for severe hypertension, was observed to cause reversible hypertrichosis in patients. Early reports indicated that 2 out of 3 patients treated with a 1% topical solution experienced hair regrowth. Despite public enthusiasm, the research was still in its early stages, and further studies were needed to fully assess the safety and efficacy of minoxidil as a treatment for hair loss.