Topical Minoxidil: A Survey of Use and Complications

A mail survey conducted among members of the American Academy of Dermatology revealed that over 70% of responding dermatologists had prescribed topical minoxidil for hair loss. The survey, which had a 61% response rate, showed that prescribing frequency varied, with less than 10% of dermatologists accounting for over half of the prescriptions. Complications were rare, with only 2% of prescribers reporting issues beyond local irritation. However, the possibility of underreporting noncutaneous side effects could not be ruled out.