noun
- Plural of minoxidil; a medication applied topically to the scalp to stimulate hair growth and treat male pattern baldness.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; commonly used in dermatology
Examples
- Many people use minoxidils as an over-the-counter treatment for hair loss.
- The dermatologist recommended minoxidils for early-stage male pattern baldness.
- Minoxidils are available in different strengths at most pharmacies.
- Regular application of minoxidils may take several months to show results.
- Some patients combine minoxidils with other hair loss treatments for better outcomes.