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Does Topical minoxidil increase bp ?

2021-09-19 17:17:51
I am taking bp meds now , can i use topical minoxidil on scalp ? Will it affect bp or interact with bp meds ?
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Hello, It usually doesn't affect BP as its topical systemic absorption is less

Answered2021-09-22 01:51:30

YESNO

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In some cases , Minoxidil increases BP Dr Nishith Chandra, MD,DM, FSCAI(USA) Director Interventional Cardiologist, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, NEW DELHI, I N D I A. @NishithChandra https://in.linkedin.com/in/drchandra www.nishithchandra.com

Answered2021-09-20 04:24:37

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