Positioning of Low Alcohol or Alcohol-Free Minoxidil Formulation for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: Indian Perspective

Int J Trichology. 2023 Jan-Feb;15(1):13-17. doi: 10.4103/ijt.ijt_54_22. Epub 2023 Apr 19.

Abstract

Topical minoxidil is used for treating different hair disorders. Even though it is an effective therapy, many patients show poor compliance due to the cost, side effects, and duration of treatment. Topical minoxidil is the mainstay treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Recently, low alcohol or alcohol-free topical minoxidil formulation has proven to be an alternative for patients suffering from AGA, including those with poor compliance with other therapies. Thus, the current article provides the positioning of low alcohol or alcohol-free topical minoxidil to manage AGA in Indian clinical practice.

Keywords: Androgenetic alopecia; hair loss; male pattern hair loss; minoxidil.

Publication types

  • Review