Additional information Active substance Minoxidil FORM 100 tabs x 10 mg/tab Side effects Contact dermatitis, hypertrichosis, hypotension, tachycardia, fluid retention Effects Increases hair growth, lowers blood pressure Dosage (sports) Not typically used in sports Dosage (medical) 1-5% topical solution applied twice daily, 2.5-40 mg oral daily Half-life 4.2 hours Main action Promotes hair growth and dilates blood vessels Substance class Antihypertensive, Vasodilator Formula C9H15N5O Chemical name 6-(1-Piperidinyl)-2,4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide Storage conditions Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight Trade name Rogaine, Regaine Blood pressure Lowers blood pressure Also known as Loniten (oral form) Lab Test Not typically monitored through lab tests Aromatization No Hepatotoxicity No HBR No Water Retention No Acne No Dosage Men 10-40 mg/day Classification ANTIHYPERTENSIVE VASODILATING AGENT Active Half-Life 4.2 HOURS Use in sports Not commonly used in sports settings Manufacturer Dragon Pharma