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GlossaryMinoxidil Sulfate

active form of Minoxidil that promotes hair growth

Minoxidil Sulfate is the active form of Minoxidil, a medication commonly used to treat hair loss. When applied topically, Minoxidil is converted into Minoxidil Sulfate by sulfotransferase enzymes in the scalp, which then stimulates hair follicles to promote hair growth.

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research Minoxidil to Treat Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women: What Is It and How Does It Work?

January 2014 in “American Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences”

Minoxidil, originally a blood pressure medication, is effective in treating hair loss in men and women, with different strengths recommended for each.

research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth

397 citations, February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.

research Minoxidil Use in Dermatology, Side Effects, and Recent Patents

152 citations, April 2012 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery”

Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.

research The Action of Diazoxide and Minoxidil Sulphate on Rat Blood Vessels: A Comparison with Cromakalim

86 citations, July 1990 in “British Journal of Pharmacology”

Diazoxide, minoxidil sulphate, and cromakalim relax rat blood vessels by opening K+ channels, with some differences in their actions.

research Chitosan Nanoparticles for Targeting and Sustaining Minoxidil Sulphate Delivery to Hair Follicles

77 citations, January 2015 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules”

Chitosan nanoparticles improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.

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community Tretinoin to add to Minoxidil - where to find it

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The user is using a solution of Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Tretinoin, which increases Minoxidil's effectiveness. They are seeking a reliable source of Tretinoin to add to over-the-counter Minoxidil solutions.

community How is it possible for someone to be a non responder to ORAL minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 66 upvotes 8 months ago

Some individuals do not respond to oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.

community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

in Minoxidil 583 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

community So is sublingual topical minoxidil not as effective as oral?

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hair growth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.

community Is it time to quit Minoxidil? Or there's something i can do? Help

in Minoxidil 18 upvotes 3 years ago

The user saw no results from Minoxidil after a year and suspects it aged their face. They started Finasteride and are considering other treatments like oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and skincare routines.

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