Videorogaine
Learn the meaning and history of the word rogaine, a famous brand name for topical hair growth treatments. This lesson explains how the active ingredient, minoxidil, works as a vasodilator to stimulate hair follicles and treat male-pattern baldness. We cover the fascinating medical origins of the drug, its transition from a blood pressure medication to a household name, and the difference between brand-name and generic versions. Watch this lesson to master the vocabulary and usage associated with this common pharmaceutical term.