Initial application Minoxidil was developed in the late 1950s by the Upjohn Company (later became part of Pfizer) to treat ulcers. In trials using dogs, the compound did not cure ulcers, but proved to be a powerful vasodilator. Upjohn synthesized over 200 variations of the compound, including the one it developed in 1963 and named minoxidil. These studies resulted in FDA approving…
The mechanism by which minoxidil promotes hair growth is not fully understood. Hypothetically, by widening blood vessels and opening potassium channels, it allows more oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the follicles. This may cause follicles in the telogen phase to shed, which are then replaced by thicker hairs in a new anagen phase. Minoxidil is a prodrug that is converted by sulfation via the sulfotransferase enzyme SULT1A1 to its…
Side effects of Minoxidil, or have I noticed any changes in health since I started to use Minoxidil. Initially, Minoxidil was developed as a medicine to reduce blood pressure for people who suffering from that. But during the tests it was found out that it is effective in helping promote hair growth. Over time, the…
Loxidil tablets 10 mg, 100 pcs in the package. Each tablet contains: Minoxidil 100%. Increases hair growth. The last photo shows result after about 7 months of using Minoxidil. I take 1 tablet (10 mg) a day. The maximum daily dose is 100 mg. (10 tablets). Never tried to take more than 20 mg., probably,…
