Definition of Minoxidil
1. Noun. 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.
Definition of Minoxidil
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Medical Definition of Minoxidil
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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.
Pharmacological action: antihypertensive agents, vasodilator agents.
Chemical name: 2,4-Pyrimidinediamine, 6-(1-piperidinyl)-, 3-oxide
(12 Dec 1998)
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