I mean, what is the scientific process here?
2007-07-02 03:37:36 · 5 answers · asked by oldwhatshername 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
How Rogaine Works
Rogaine works in part by partially enlarging miniaturised follicles and reversing the miniaturisation process.
This prolongs the growth phase of the hair cycle, allowing the hair to become longer and thicker. And with more follicles in the growth phase at the same time, it is possible to see improved coverage of the scalp.
Although the growth phase may be prolonged, the follicle will continue to cycle. Several cycles may be necessary before maximum potential hair regrowth can be achieved.
While clinical trials have proven Rogaine can assist in hair regrowth for both men and women, thicken existing hair, reduce hair loss, and stimulate new hair growth, individual results can be affected by several factors.
* The younger the age of patients, the greater chance of good results.
* If hair is thinning as opposed to having a bald spot, response will be better.
* If the bald area is less than 10cm and has been that way for less than 10 years, response will be better.
* Response is better on the crown (back) rather than on the front of the scalp.
Rogaine must be applied twice daily every day. It will need to be used for four to six months before seeing hair regrowth. If Rogaine treatment is stopped after regrowing hair, the new hair will fall out within four months.
2007-07-02 03:58:50 · answer #1 · answered by QuiteNewHere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"New" has a good answer.
I just thought I'd throw in a related anecdote: minoxidil was initially marketed as a blood pressure medication (and it still is) in tablet form. An unexpected side-effect in after-market use was that many patients, women especially, complained about excessive hair growth. American women with hairy arms and legs are not happy people. But a light bulb went on in the pharma people, and it wasn't many years before they developed Rogaine.
2007-07-02 05:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rogaine blocks the androgen receptor on the surface of the hair follicle reducing the effect of testosterone and other androgens. (It would only work in "male pattern baldness").
2007-07-02 03:51:04 · answer #3 · answered by a simple man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rogaine ahh like i dont know
2007-07-02 04:02:10 · answer #4 · answered by i suck big dicks! 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
The menthol desensitizes the male sexual organ allowing it to remain erect longer.
2007-07-02 03:41:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 4⤋