Why doctors are prescribing a cheap, well-known drug as an off-label cure for hair loss

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Why doctors are prescribing a cheap, well-known drug as an off-label cure for hair loss
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Minoxidil is not a new drug treatment, not even for hair loss.

The New York Times reported that doctors are increasingly recommending Minoxidil to patients experiencing hair loss and have seen impressive results.

Erika Murawski, 24, began losing her hair in high school and said she tried everything to cure her receding hairline.Then one day a doctor prescribed her minoxidil, a medication designed for high blood pressure, and her results were life-changing. It's the active ingredient in Rogaine, but instead of applying directly to the scalp, dermatologists are prescribing very low-dose pills.

Dr. King said potential side effects include fatigue and dizziness. It may also lower patients' blood pressure, what it's designed to do.

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