Minoxidil (trade names Rogaine and Regaine) is a vasodilator medication known for its ability to slow or stop hair loss and promote hair regrowth. It is available over the counter for treatment of androgenic alopecia, among other baldness treatments, but measurable changes disappear within months after discontinuation of treatment.
Other name: (trade names Rogaine and Regaine) 6- (1-Piperidinyl) -2, 4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide; IUPAC: 6- (1-Piperidinyl) -2, 4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide
CAS NO: 38304-91-5
Standard: USP29,
Molecular formula: C9H15N5O
Molecular weight: 209.3
Specification:
Appearance: White or almost-white crystalline powder
Specification: 97 ~ 103%
Residue on ignition: ≤0.5%
Organic volatile impurities: Accord with USP29
Ash: ≤2.0
Loss on drying: ≤5.0
Heavy Metals: ≤10ppm
Pb: ≤1ppm
As: ≤1ppm
Total Plate Count: ≤1000cfu/g
Yeast& Mould: ≤100cfu/g
E.Coli: Negative
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