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.
[object Object] 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.