October 2022 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”
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January 2018 This study reports a case of pustular allergic contact dermatitis following the use of 5% minoxidil solution in a female patient, highlighting an uncommon reaction to a frequently used dermatological treatment.
July 2013 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This article reviews the effects of minoxidil on hair growth, highlighting its ability to stimulate hair follicle proliferation, but reports no new clinical findings.
April 1985 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that 1% topical minoxidil significantly promoted hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata, though it was less effective or ineffective in more severe forms like alopecia totalis and universalis.
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April 1984 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that 1% minoxidil topical solution led to terminal hair regrowth in 25 out of 48 patients with alopecia areata, but only 11 patients achieved cosmetically acceptable results.