Comparing Minoxidil Topical vs Spironolactone
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Prescription and OTC
Prescribed for Alopecia, Androgenetic Alopecia. minoxidil topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Spironolactone is a diuretic that may be used to remove excess fluid (edema) from the body, lower blood pressure, or treat hyperaldosteronism. It does not cause potassium loss from the body; however... View more |
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Minoxidil topical has an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from a total of 165 ratings on Drugs.com. 38% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 46% reported a negative effect. |
Spironolactone has an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from a total of 695 ratings on Drugs.com. 59% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 24% reported a negative effect. |
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See also: minoxidil topical side effects in more detail. |
See also: spironolactone side effects in more detail. |
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Lower cost generic |
Lower cost generic |
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| Hair Regrowth Treatment for Men, Hair Regrowth Treatment for Women, Rogaine, Rogaine Men's Extra Strength, Rogaine Women's | Aldactone, CaroSpir | ||||||||||||||||
| Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | |||||||||||||||||
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N/A |
37 hours |
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| CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | |||||||||||||||||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | |||||||||||||||||
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A total of 39 drugs are known to interact with minoxidil topical:
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A total of 383 drugs are known to interact with spironolactone:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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August 17, 1988 |
January 21, 1960 |
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N/A |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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