| Active substance |
Minoxidil |
| Also known as |
Loniten (oral form) |
| Blood pressure |
Lowers blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
6-(1-Piperidinyl)-2,4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide |
| Dosage (medical) |
1-5% topical solution applied twice daily, 2.5-40 mg oral daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used in sports |
| Effects |
Increases hair growth, lowers blood pressure |
| Formula |
C9H15N5O |
| Half-life |
4.2 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low |
| Lab Test |
Not typically monitored through lab tests |
| Main action |
Promotes hair growth and dilates blood vessels |
| Side effects |
Contact dermatitis, hypertrichosis, hypotension, tachycardia, fluid retention |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight |
| Strength |
5% |
| Substance class |
Antihypertensive, Vasodilator |
| Trade name |
Rogaine, Regaine |
| Use in sports |
Not commonly used in sports settings |
| Water Retention |
Mild |
| Manufacturer |
Cipla Ltd. |
| Packing |
1 bottle/pack |
