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minoxidil

American

[mi-nok-si-dil] / mɪˈnɒk sɪˌdɪl /

noun

Pharmacology.

a potent peripheral vasodilator, C 23 H 27 N, used in the treatment of severe hypertension, also applied topically to promote hair growth in some types of baldness.

Etymology

Origin of minoxidil

(a)min(o)- + oxy- ² + ( piper)idi(ny)l, a chemical component; see piperidine, -yl

Example Sentences

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"I don't know if my body just doesn't assimilate the supplements as well, but minoxidil is definitely more effective long-term," she said.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Malagoli has tried both approaches and found that minoxidil worked better for her.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Now 24 years old, he takes a stronger version of finasteride along with oral minoxidil at a low dose to stave off side effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

He researched different medication and started taking finasteride and minoxidil to help treat hair loss - both legal on prescription in the UK.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

‘There’s definite value in different types of minoxidil, delivering it differently, and thinking about how it might work better. How much value is a little hard to say.’

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

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