Minoxidil Powder (Api Powder)

10206 INR (Approx.)

5000.0 INR (Approx.)

108.0 USD ($) (Approx.)

NO

Other, No (Therapeutic doses non-toxic, but overdose may be toxic)

Min. 24 months

5 Years

2 Years

Other, Cool, dry place

Room Temperature

Other

209.25 g/mol

209.251 Grams (g)

209.25 Grams (g)

Slightly soluble in water

Minoxidil Solubility Minoxidil's solubility varies depending on the solvent: 1. Solubility in Different Solvents: Water: Slightly soluble (~2 mg/mL at 25 C) Ethanol (Alcohol): Freely soluble Propylene Glycol: Highly soluble (commonly used in topical formulations) Methanol: Soluble Acetone & Chloroform: Moderately soluble 2. Solubility Behavior: Minoxidil dissolves poorly in water, which is why alcohol and propylene glycol are used in topical solutions. It has better solubility in organic solvents, making it ideal for formulations requiring fast absorption.

Slightly soluble in water, soluble in propylene glycol and alcohol

Minoxidil

6-piperidin-1-ylpyrimidine-2,4-diamine 3-oxide

Minoxidil

Other, API Powder

Other

Pharma API, Research

Minoxidil Medicine UsageMinoxidil is used for two primary purposes:1. Hair Loss Treatment (Topical Minoxidil)Purpose: Treats androgenetic alopecia (male & female pattern baldness).Form: Available as 2% and 5% solution or foam.How to Use:Apply 1 mL of solution or half a capful of foam twice daily to the scalp.Use on a dry scalp and do not wash hair for at least 4 hours after application.Results typically appear in 3 to 6 months with continuous use.Who Can Use It?Men and women with hereditary hair loss.Works best for early-stage hair loss (not complete baldness).2. Hypertension Treatment (Oral Minoxidil Prescription Only)Purpose: Treats severe high blood pressure (hypertension).Form: Oral tablets (5 mg, 10 mg, etc.) under brand names like Loniten.How to Use:Dosage varies based on doctor s prescription.Usually combined with diuretics and beta-blockers to prevent side effects.Important Notes:Hair Shedding: Temporary shedding may occur in the first few weeks.Consistency is Key: Hair regrowth stops if the medication is discontinued.Side Effects: Can include scalp irritation (topical) or dizziness (oral).

Used for treatment of hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)

White Powder

Minoxidil is an odorless, white to off-white, crystalline powder (crystals from methanol-acetonitrile).

White to off-white powder

1000 Per Month

100 Per Day

5000 Per Month

351.7 C

Not applicable (decomposes)

258 C 262 C (496 F 504 F)

248-268C

Loss on Drying (LOD) is a measure of moisture content in a substance when exposed to heat.

0.5%

Bitter

Bitter

Minoxidil Heavy Metal Limits The presence of heavy metals in Minoxidil is strictly regulated to ensure safety and purity. Typical Heavy Metal Limits in Minoxidil (Raw Powder Form): Total Heavy Metals (as Pb): 20 ppm (0.002%) Lead (Pb): 10 ppm (0.001%) Arsenic (As): 2 ppm (0.0002%) Cadmium (Cd): 1 ppm (0.0001%) Mercury (Hg): 1 ppm (0.0001%)

0.001%

Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, Africa

Central America, Asia, Africa, North America, Eastern Europe, South America, Western Europe, Australia, Middle East