
Minoxidil CAS 38304-91-5
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Category:Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Own Brand:MT /MOQ:100KG /From China/ B2B only.
Introduction
Chemical Name: Minoxidil
CAS No.: 38304-91-5
Assay: ≥ 99.0%
Appearance:white powder
Minoxidil More Details:
Specification:
Appearance white powder
Assay% 99%
molecular formula C9H15N5O
molecular weight 209.25
melting point 272-274 °C
Boiling point 348.61°C
Density 1.1651
Minoxidil Usage:
Minoxidil is used as antihypertensive drugs.
Minoxidil Packaging and Shipping:
25kg/ drum,25kg/bag or as per buyer requirement.
Minoxidil Storage:
Store in a dry and ventilated warehouse, avoid sunshine , keep away from fires.
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Introduction | Minoxidil (CAS No.: 38304-91-5) is a peripheral vasodilator used primarily for treating hypertension and promoting hair growth. It is also known as U10858. |
| Chemical Properties | – Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₅N₅O<br>- Molecular Weight: 209.25<br>- Appearance: White to off-white solid.<br>- Melting Point: Not specified. |
| Mechanism of Action | Minoxidil activates ATP-sensitive potassium channels (KATP), leading to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure. It also promotes hair growth by prolonging the anagen phase of the hair cycle. |
| Medical Uses | – Antihypertensive: Used to treat high blood pressure.<br>- Hair Growth: Used in topical solutions to treat alopecia (hair loss). |
| Storage Conditions | – Store at -20°C for up to 1 year.<br>- Store at -80°C for up to 2 years.<br>- Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Solubility | – Ethanol: 7.14 mg/mL (ultrasonication recommended).<br>- DMSO: 5 mg/mL (ultrasonication recommended).<br>- Water: 1 mg/mL (ultrasonication recommended). |
| Contraindications | – Do not use if allergic to minoxidil.<br>- Caution in patients with pheochromocytoma. |
| Side Effects | – Hypotension, tachycardia, fluid retention, edema.<br>- Scalp irritation, dryness, or flaking (topical use). |
| Regulatory Status | – Approved for use in hypertension and alopecia treatments.<br>- Available as prescription and over-the-counter products |
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