1. a medication used to treat high blood pressure and male pattern baldness
Usage: medical

Examples

• The doctor prescribed minoxidil to help lower his blood pressure.
• Many people use minoxidil as a topical treatment for hair loss.
• Minoxidil is available both as a prescription medication and over-the-counter hair growth product.
• She applied minoxidil to her scalp twice daily as directed.
• The pharmacist explained the side effects of minoxidil before dispensing the medication.
• Clinical studies have shown minoxidil can be effective in treating androgenetic alopecia.