Upjohn Cautiously Optimistic on Minoxidil for Baldness

July 1985 in “ American pharmacy ”

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TLDR Minoxidil can effectively increase hair growth in early male pattern baldness.

In 1985, Upjohn expressed cautious optimism about the potential of Minoxidil as a treatment for baldness. The company highlighted preliminary findings suggesting that Minoxidil could stimulate hair growth, but emphasized the need for further research to confirm its efficacy and safety. The cautious stance reflected the early stage of clinical trials and the necessity for more comprehensive data before making definitive claims about the drug's effectiveness in treating hair loss.

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