Minoxidil

Overview

4.2 out of 5 (13 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Minoxidil, also known as 2,4-pyrimidinediamine, 6-(1-piperidinyl)-, 3-oxide, was initially developed in the 1970s as a potent peripheral vasodilator agent for the treatment of severe refractory hypertension. Minoxidil exerts its antihypertensive effect by opening adenosine triphosphate (ATP)-sensitive potassium channels, thereby reducing peripheral resistance and lowering blood pressure levels in patients. However, owing to the significant adverse effects of taking oral minoxidil, this drug is currently used only for patients with resistant hypertension who do not adequately respond to the maximum doses of 3 different classes of antihypertensive medications. In 1987, a topical formulation of minoxidil was developed to treat androgenic alopecia, initially targeting males and later expanding its use to include females. This activity comprehensively reviews the indications, contraindications, mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, and other crucial aspects of topical and oral minoxidil therapy in a clinical setting. This activity aims to improve the collaboration and the competence of the interprofessional healthcare team members to provide quality care for patients experiencing hair loss and resistant hypertension.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Differentiate between oral and topical minoxidil therapy based on patients' medical history, risk factors, and specific conditions.

  • Screen patients' eligibility considering contraindications and potential drug interactions before prescribing minoxidil.

  • Assess patients' response to minoxidil therapy, monitoring for adverse effects, therapeutic outcomes, and patient satisfaction.

  • Communicate with patients about minoxidil therapy, explaining its potential benefits, risks, expected outcomes, and self-monitoring techniques to enable shared decision-making among healthcare providers.

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In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Reviews

edwina w. on 9/2/2021

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Carl W. on 8/26/2022

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