Minoxidil A good way to Prevent Hair Loss CAS 38304-91-5
Basic Info
Synonyms: Minoxidil Base
CAS: 38304-91-5
EINECS: 253-874-2
Assay: 99% min.
Standard: BP/EP/USP
Packing: 25kg/drum.
Character: White Crystalline Solid.
Usage: Used as an antihypertensive and antialopecia agent. Minoxidil activates ATP-activated K+ channels
Minoxidil is an antihypertensive vasodilator medication also claiming to slow or stop hair loss and promote hair regrowth. It is available over the counter for treatment of androgenic alopecia, among other baldness treatments, but measurable changes, if experienced, disappear within months after discontinuation of treatment.
Minoxidil was first sold as a pharmaceutical for high blood pressure and was noted to have the interesting side-effect of increased body hair-growth, or in some cases, significant hair loss. Treatments for baldness and hair loss usually include a 5% concentration solution that is designed for men, whereas the 2% concentration solutions are designed for women.
Minoxidil COA:
Appearance |
white crystalline powder |
Identification |
Positive |
Residue on ignition |
0.04% |
Heavy metals |
4ppm |
Loss on drying |
0.1% |
Organic volatile impurities |
Accord with USP34 |
Total impurities |
≤0.49% |
Assay(HPLC) |
99.57% |
Hair Loss Treatment
Minoxidil is an antihypertensive vasodilator medication. It also slows hair loss and promotes hair regrowth in some people. Now off-patent, it is available over the counter for the treatment of androgenic alopecia.
Minoxidil, applied topically, is widely used for the treatment of hair loss. It is effective in helping promote hair growth in both males and females with androgenic alopecia.About 40% of men experience hair regrowth after 3-6 months.Minoxidil must be used indefinitely for continued support of existing hair follicles and the maintenance of any experienced hair regrowth.It is the only topical product that is FDA-approved for androgenic hair loss.Treatments usually include a 5% concentration solution that is designed for men, and a 2% concentration solution for women.Minoxidil has been approved for female use by the FDA.