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    GlossaryMinoxidil 5% (5 percent minoxidil)

    topical solution used to treat hair loss and promote regrowth

    Minoxidil 5% is a topical medication commonly used to treat hair loss and promote hair regrowth in conditions like androgenetic alopecia. It works by stimulating hair follicles and increasing blood flow to the scalp, which can help to extend the growth phase of hair. This concentration is often marketed under brand names like Rogaine and is available over-the-counter.

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      Treatment of Hair Loss

      research Treatment of Hair Loss

      370 citations, September 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
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      24 citations, January 1993 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, works better for women, and requires consistent use.
      Hair Regrowth

      research Hair Regrowth

      118 citations, April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.

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