Minoxidil works by dilating blood vessels and initiating the growth cycle of hair follicles to promote hair growth, and is primarily used for male pattern baldness and alopecia areata.
Minoxidil is available in two dosage forms, application and tincture, and all of its main effects lie in the dilation of peripheral blood vessels, and its ability to increase blood flow to certain parts of the body in a limited manner.
If it is applied to the scalp, it can relax the muscle walls of local blood vessels, so that the scalp and hair follicles can receive more blood and nutrient delivery, which can help the growth of hair, thus preventing hair loss and baldness.
Minoxidil also has contraindications and is not suitable for people who are allergic to its ingredients, such as those who are allergic to ethanol and propylene glycol. In addition to this pregnant women need to prohibit the use of this drug to avoid adverse effects on the development of the fetus. Nursing women need to stop breastfeeding.
The use of Minoxidil must be carefully read the instructions, can only be limited to the scalp use, can not be taken orally. Some patients may experience adverse reactions such as tachycardia, angina pectoris or upright hypotension after using this drug, once the above symptoms occur, stop the drug and consult the relevant doctor.
Minoxidil needs to be used under the guidance of a doctor, do not self-medicate to avoid adverse effects.