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minoxidil

/mɪˈnɒk.sɪ.dɪl/

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noun

/mɪˈnɒk.sɪ.dɪl/C2formalmedical
  • ruСосудорасширяющий препарат, в основном используемый для лечения тяжелой гипертензии; также известен под торговой маркой Rogaine для лечения облысения по мужскому типу.

A vasodilator medication primarily used to treat severe hypertension; it is also known under the brand name Rogaine for treating male pattern baldness.

uncountable

  1. Blood pressure medicationC1formalmedical

    A vasodilator medication used to treat severe hypertension by relaxing blood vessels.

    ruЛекарство от давления

    • The doctor prescribed minoxidil for his resistant high blood pressure.
    • Minoxidil is often used when other antihypertensives fail.
    • Patients taking minoxidil require regular monitoring of heart rate and fluid retention.

    Synonymsloniten

  2. Hair growth treatmentB2formalmedical

    A topical solution applied to the scalp to stimulate hair growth and treat male-pattern baldness.

    ruСредство для роста волос

    • He applies minoxidil foam to his scalp every morning.
    • Minoxidil is one of the few FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
    • Consistent use of minoxidil can slow down balding and promote regrowth.

    Synonymsrogaine