TLDR Minoxidil can cause hair to turn yellow.
The article reported a case of hair yellowing (xanthotrichia) due to topical minoxidil treatment. Drug-induced hair color changes are rare and not widely documented, with variations including lightening, whitening, or changing to a new color. The authors discussed this phenomenon in the context of minoxidil, a common treatment for hair loss, highlighting the need for awareness of such potential side effects.
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery” Proper hair care and safe use of hair products are crucial for those with hair loss.
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September 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss can cause mild excessive hair growth, usually appearing within the first 3 months, but it can be managed by adjusting the dose or removing the unwanted hair, with most people not needing to stop the treatment.
Minoxidil can cause hair to turn yellow.
Some treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and surgery can help with hereditary hair loss.
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September 2002 in “PubMed” Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and reduce hair loss in women with androgenic alopecia.
