| Features | |
| 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 | 12.5% |
| Substance class | Antihypertensive, Vasodilator |
| Trade name | Rogaine, Regaine |
| Use in sports | Not commonly used in sports settings |
| Water Retention | Mild |
| Manufacturer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Packing | 1 bottle/pack |