Category
Minoxidil
CAS Number
38304-91-5
Molecular Formula
C9H15N5O
Molecular Weight
209.25 g/mol
Synonym

6-(Piperidin-1-yl)pyrimidine-2,4-diamine 3-oxide ;  2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinopyrimidine 3-N-Oxide; 


 

Keywords
Amines
Heterocycles
Pharmaceutical Standards
Intermediates
Fine Chemicals
Nitric oxide reagents
Nucleotides
bases and related reagents
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Minoxidil is used topically to treat hair loss by stimulating hair growth and orally to manage severe hypertension. It works by improving blood flow, which enhances hair follicle activity and overall hair density.