[Bigg Red]

I am thinking Rogaine was developed for male-patterned baldness, while alopecia is somewhat different. 2LilBoys

[smileyface]

Rogaine (minoxidil) was originally developed as an anti-ulcer then anti-hypertensive medication.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289021851_How_minoxidil_was_transformed_from_an_antihypertensive_to_hair-loss_drug

As I recall, the scientist doing the BP work noticed the hair on his arms was growing with exposure to the drug.

[LonePalm]

Speaking of Rogaine, check out my song parody.

WWG1WGA

Garde la Foi, mes amis! Nous nous sommes les sauveurs de la République! Maintenant et Toujours!
(Keep the Faith, my friends! We are the saviors of the Republic! Now and Forever!)
LonePalm, le Républicain du verre cassé (The Broken Glass Republican)