Minoxidil

Minoxidil structural formula

CAS Number38304-91-5
Molecular FormulaC9H15N5O
Molecular Weight209.254
InChI KeyZFMITUMMTDLWHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP1.24
Synonyms
  • Minoxidil
  • 3-Oxo-6-(piperidin-1-yl)-3lambda5-pyrimidine-2,4-diamine
  • 2,4-Pyrimidinediamine, 6-(1-piperidinyl)-, 3-oxide
  • 38304-91-5
  • 5-25-12-00317
  • 2,4-Pyrimidinediamine, 6-(1-piperidinyl)-, 3-oxide
  • 2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinopyrimidine 3-N-oxide
  • 2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinopyrimidine 3-oxide
  • 2,4-Pyrimidinediamine, 2,3-dihydro-6-(1-piperidinyl)-, 3-oxide
  • 6-Amino-1,2-dihydro-1-hydroxy-2-imino-4-piperidinopyrimidine
  • 6-Amino-1,2-dihydro-1-hydroxy-2-imino-4-piperodinopyrimidine
  • Alopexil
  • Alostil
  • Loniten
  • Lonolox
  • Minoximen
  • Normoxidil
  • Pierminox
  • Prexidil
  • Rogaine
  • Tricoxidil
  • BRN 0886240
  • 2,3-Dihydro-3-hydroxy-2-imino-6-(1-piperidinyl)-4-pyrimidinamine
  • EINECS 253-874-2
  • 6-Piperidino-2,4-diaminopyrimidine 3-oxide
  • 6-(1-Piperidinyl)-2,4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide
  • Regaine
  • 2,6-Diamino-4-piperidinopyrimidin-1-oxid
  • Theroxidil
  • Men's Rogaine
  • Minodyl
  • 2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinilpirimidina-3-ossido
  • Minossidile
  • Minoxidilum
  • UNII-5965120SH1

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Uv-Vis Spectrum of Minoxidil

February 17, 2026

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For optimal results in HPLC analysis, it is recommended to measure absorbance at a wavelength that matches the absorption maximum of the compound(s) being analyzed. The UV spectrum shown can assist in selecting an appropriate wavelength for your analysis. Please note that certain mobile phases and buffers may block wavelengths below 230 nm, rendering absorbance measurement at these wavelengths ineffective. If detection below 230 nm is required, it is recommended to use acetonitrile and water as low UV-transparent mobile phases, with phosphoric acid and its salts, sulfuric acid, and TFA as buffers.
For some compounds, the UV-Vis Spectrum is affected by the pH of the mobile phase. The spectra presented here are measured with an acidic mobile phase that has a pH of 3 or lower.

Application Analytes:
Minoxidil
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HPLC Method for Separation of Finasteride, Minoxidil and Potassium sorbate on Primesep 100 Column

February 3, 2023

HPLC Method for Separation of Finasteride, Minoxidil and Potassium sorbate on Primesep 100 by SIELC Technologies

Finasteride, also known as Proscar or Propecia, is a popular oral medication with the chemical formula C23H36N2O2. It is primarily used to prevent hair loss and treat enlarged prostates (also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH). On occasion, it is used to treat excessive hair growth. It works as a 5a-reductase inhibitor, which leads to reduced formation of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) from testosterone. You can find detailed UV spectra of Finasteride and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Minoxidil is a drug with the chemical formula C9H15N5O. It is used to treat male pattern hair loss, as well as high blood pressure, and can be taken both orally or topically. It is an adenosine 5′-triphosphate (ATP)-sensitive potassium channel opener, which leads to hyperpolarization of cell membranes.. That allows for more oxygen, blood, and nutrients to follicles. You can find detailed UV spectra of Minoxidil and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Potassium Sorbate is a popular preservative with the chemical formula C6H7KO2. It is used in a wide variety of foods, wines, and personal-care products. It works through inhibiting molds, yeasts, and various other microbes. You can find detailed UV spectra of Potassium Sorbate and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Minoxidil, Potassium sorbate, Finasteride can be retained, separated, and analyzed on a mixed-mode Primesep 100 column with a mobile phase consisting of water, Acetonitrile (MeCN), and sulfuric acid (H2SO4). This analytical method can be UV detected at 225 nm with high resolution and peak symmetry. The retention times and elution order of these compounds can be modified by altering the relative concentrations of MeCN and H2SO4.

Condition

ColumnPrimesep 100, 4.6 x 150 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended
Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O – 50/50%
BufferH2SO4
Flow Rate1.0 ml/min
DetectionUV 225 nm

Description

Class of CompoundsDrug
Analyzing CompoundsMinoxidil, Potassium sorbate, Finasteride

Application Column

Primesep 100

Column Diameter: 4.6 mm
Column Length: 150 mm
Particle Size: 5 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: dual ended

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Application Analytes:
Finasteride
Minoxidil
Potassium sorbate

Application Detection:
UV Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

Separation of Minoxidil on Newcrom R1 HPLC column

May 16, 2018
Separation of Minoxidil on Newcrom R1 HPLC column

Minoxidil can be analyzed by this reverse phase (RP) HPLC method with simple conditions. The mobile phase contains an acetonitrile (MeCN), water, and phosphoric acid. For Mass-Spec (MS) compatible applications the phosphoric acid needs to be replaced with formic acid. Smaller 3 µm particles columns available for fast UPLC applications. This liquid chromatography method is scalable and can be used for isolation impurities in preparative separation. It also suitable for pharmacokinetics.

Application Column

Newcrom R1

The Newcrom columns are a family of reverse-phase-based columns. Newcrom A, AH, B, and BH are all mixed-mode columns with either positive or negative ion-pairing groups attached to either short (25 Å) or long (100 Å) ligand chains. Newcrom R1 is a special reverse-phase column with low silanol activity.

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Application Analytes:
Minoxidil
The result was obtained by a proprietary SIELC algorithm. It may deviate from the actual experimental data. The experimental data are available upon request. Contact us before ordering the column as there may be a more suitable column alternative by either e-mail: support@sielc.com or by phone: 847-229-2629.