Low-dose oral minoxidil does not significantly affect blood pressure: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Matthew Chen , Maggie Weichert, William Guo, Robert Ruzic, James Briley - Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (jaad). 7th November 2024.

Minoxidil, traditionally used as an antihypertensive, is now widely used for treating various forms of alopecia due to its vasodilatory effects. While topical minoxidil has been the standard treatment, low-dose oral minoxidil (LDOM) is emerging as an effective alternative. This study investigates LDOM's potential hypotensive effects.

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