MINOXIDIL
\mˈɪnəksˌɪdɪl], \mˈɪnəksˌɪdɪl], \m_ˈɪ_n_ə_k_s_ˌɪ_d_ɪ_l]\
Definitions of MINOXIDIL
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a vasodilator (trade name Loniten) used to treat severe hypertension; one side effect is hirsutism so it is also sold (trade name Rogaine) as a treatment for male-patterned baldness
By Princeton University
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a vasodilator (trade name Loniten) used to treat severe hypertension; one side effect is hirsutism so it is also sold (trade name Rogaine) as a treatment for male-patterned baldness
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A potent direct-acting peripheral vasodilator that reduces peripheral resistance and produces a fall in blood pressure. It is given by mouth in the treatment of severe hypertension unresponsive to other therapy. It is also used topically in the treatment of male-pattern baldness. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p371)
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