Oral minoxidil pill for male hair loss
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This study tests an oral pill form of minoxidil, a common hair growth treatment, for men with male pattern baldness. It aims to see if the pill is safe and effective in helping hair regrow.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have moderate male pattern baldness (stages 3V, 4, or 5 on a standard hair loss scale).
- You have not used any hair loss treatments (like finasteride, minoxidil, laser, or injections) in the last 6 months.
- You are willing to shave a small area of your scalp and get a tiny tattoo (for tracking hair growth) during the study.
- You are willing to keep the same hairstyle, hair length, hair color, and hair care routine throughout the study.
- You have not had hair transplant surgery and do not wear wigs or hairpieces.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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