Minoxidil is indicated for the treatment of severe hypertension. It should not be used as the sole agent to initiate therapy. It is a peripheral vasodilator and should be given in conjunction with a diuretic, to control salt and water retention, and a beta-adrenergic blocking agent, or appropriate substitute, to control reflex tachycardia.
Mavenclad (cladribine tablets) from Merck KGaA, is now indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsing forms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with active disease as defined by clinical or imaging features following approval by the MHRA, meaning more newly diagnosed patients could be eligible for treatment earlier in their disease course.