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Topical Minoxidil（5%） to the scalp.
Topical Minoxidil（5%） to the scalp. is a Potassium channel opener / topical vasodilator Small molecule drug developed by Southern Medical University, China. It is currently FDA-approved for Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss).
Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener that increases blood flow to hair follicles and prolongs the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle.
Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener that increases blood flow to hair follicles and prolongs the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle. Used for Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss).
At a glance
| Generic name | Topical Minoxidil（5%） to the scalp. |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Southern Medical University, China |
| Drug class | Potassium channel opener / topical vasodilator |
| Target | ATP-sensitive potassium channels |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Dermatology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Minoxidil dilates blood vessels in the scalp, improving nutrient and oxygen delivery to hair follicles. It also directly stimulates hair follicle growth by extending the anagen phase and may increase vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) production. The exact mechanism of action in androgenetic alopecia remains incompletely understood, but these vascular and follicle-stimulating effects promote hair regrowth and slow hair loss.
Approved indications
- Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss)
Common side effects
- Scalp irritation
- Dryness or flaking
- Itching
- Hypertrichosis (unwanted hair growth on face/body)
- Contact dermatitis
Key clinical trials
- Topical Methotrexate vs Minoxidil for Localized Alopecia Areata (PHASE4)
- Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia (NA)
- Topical Application of Lactobacillus Reuteri for Androgenetic Alopecia (PHASE2)
- A Study on the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Young Men With Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell Exosomes (PHASE1, PHASE2)
- An Exploratory Clinical Study to Assess Safety, Efficacy and In-Use Tolerability of Three Different Hair Growth Products in Patients With Mild to Moderate Androgenic Alopecia (Grade I to III) (NA)
- Minoxidil for Treating White Hair: A Randomized Controlled Trial (PHASE4)
- Bioavailability Clinical Trial of Oral Minoxidil 1 mg (PHASE1)
- Proof-of-Science, Prospective, Interventional, Three-arm, Double-Blind, Randomized, Safety and Efficacy Real World Evidence Study. (NA)
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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- Drug class: All Potassium channel opener / topical vasodilator drugs
- Target: All drugs targeting ATP-sensitive potassium channels
- Manufacturer: Southern Medical University, China — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Dermatology
- Indication: Drugs for Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss)
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