minoxidil
noun
mi·nox·i·dil
mə-ˈnäk-sə-ˌdil 
: a peripheral vasodilator C9H15N5O used orally to treat hypertension and topically in a propylene glycol solution to promote hair regrowth in male-pattern baldness
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Several products stand out for their ability to complement treatments like minoxidil or capixyl-based serums.
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Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
The Nécessaire serum targets the scalp with peptide science and a capixyl concentration that some studies have compared favorably to minoxidil.
—Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
On Reddit, some users point out that Hers is selling minoxidil and finasteride at a higher price — but this depends on your situation.
—Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
The guys aren’t cruising dark rooms; popping PrEP, minoxidil, and doxy; or pushing the creative limits of nasal-spray technology.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026
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Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
The Nécessaire serum targets the scalp with peptide science and a capixyl concentration that some studies have compared favorably to minoxidil.
—Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
On Reddit, some users point out that Hers is selling minoxidil and finasteride at a higher price — but this depends on your situation.
—Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
The guys aren’t cruising dark rooms; popping PrEP, minoxidil, and doxy; or pushing the creative limits of nasal-spray technology.
—E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for minoxidil
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“Minoxidil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minoxidil. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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minoxidil
noun
min·ox·i·dil
min-ˈäk-sə-ˌdil
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