Earlier, ''Loniten'' pills containing minoxidil were used to treat hypertension. But scientists found that it also promotes hair growth. As a result, its usage as a medication to promote hair growth began. Minoxidil Uses
, It couldn't be utilised in the same way because it caused hair growth all over the body. The researchers ultimately decided on a novel lotion formulation that could be applied directly to the scalp without having an impact on other body areas.