Minoxidil
| Definition: |
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. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p371) |
| Also Called: |
U 10858,Loniten |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
38304-91-5 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Antihypertensive Agents (1966-1971),Piperidines (1966-1971),Pyrimidines (1966-1971) |
Minoxidil Definitions and Terms
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