What is Minoxidil?
Minoxidil is a piperidinyl pyrimidine derivative acting as a potassium channel opener (KATP channels). As a vasodilator, it reduces peripheral vascular resistance. In hair follicle research, minoxidil sulfate (active metabolite) opens KATP channels in dermal papilla cells, inducing follicle anagen phase and inhibiting apoptosis.
Research tool for vascular biology, potassium channel pharmacology, and hair follicle biology. Research use only.
Research Applications
Potassium Channel Pharmacology KATP channel opening, membrane hyperpolarisation, smooth muscle relaxation Hair Follicle Research Dermal papilla KATP activation, anagen induction, follicle survival signalling Vasodilation Research Arterial smooth muscle relaxation, peripheral resistance, blood pressure models Minoxidil Sulfate Metabolism SULT1A1
sulfotransferase activation pathway, active metabolite production Comparative Hair Growth Studies Minoxidil vs finasteride, minoxidil vs PTD-DBM — mechanism and efficacy research
Quick Specs
- Form
- Tablet — 5mg per tablet, 100-tablet bottle
- CAS Number
- 38304-91-5
- Molecular Formula
- C₉H₁₅N₅O Molecular Weight 209.2 g/mol
- Compound Type
- Potassium Channel Opener / Vasodilator
- Purity
- ≥99% by HPLC — every batch
- Identity
- MS molecular weight confirmed — every batch
- COA
- Janoshik-independent, publicly verifiable
- Manufacture
- In-house synthesis — Qingdao, China
- Storage
- Room temperature sealed | cool, dry storage
- Shelf Life
- 24 months unopened
Frequently Asked Questions
How are Vesta research tablets supplied?
Vesta research tablets are supplied as pre-dosed oral tablets at the stated concentration.
No reconstitution is required. Each tablet is compressed at uniform dose for consistent dosing in research applications. How should research tablets be stored?
Store at room temperature (15–25°C) in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
Keep in the original container. Properly stored tablets remain stable for 2–3 years. What purity are Vesta research tablets and how is it verified?
Vesta research tablets contain active ingredient at ≥99% HPLC purity before tableting, with MS-confirmed identity on every batch. COA is published on the product page and independently verifiable at verify.janoshik.com. Peptide Research Tools: Use Vesta’s free peptide calculators — reconstitution, BAC water, dosing, half-life, and mixing charts.
Domestic shipping: USA 5–7 days International shipping: 7–14 days