What is Minoxidil?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: MinoxidilBrand:
Minoxidil Topical is used to stimulate hair growth and to slow balding. It is most effective for people under 40 years of age whose hair loss is recent. It has no effect on receding hairlines. It does not cure baldness; most new hair is lost within a few months after the drug is stopped.
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How do members experience Minoxidil?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alopecia areata | 38 | 4 | |
| Male pattern baldness | 26 | 5 | |
| Female pattern baldness | 20 | 2 | |
| Hair loss | 10 | 1 | |
| High blood pressure (hypertension) | 4 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hair loss | 2 | |
| Acne breakout | 1 | |
| Heartburn | 1 | |
| Joint pain | 1 | |
| Migraine | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 3 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 10 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Aug 18, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for female pattern baldness: Slight
- Side effects: Severe
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