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Is my bp okay?
I have hairfall,and the doctor prescribed Minoxidil oral and solution,
I am taking Minoxidil oral and application
Oral Minoxidil dose 2.5mg I am taking from last one month
I am checking my bp everyday is 110/70 average after three times per day one month.
Is it okay or Should I stop or tell the doctor about dermatology?
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Hey Im Aryan
I can understand your apprehension about hairfall. Minoxidil is a proven solution to hairfall but I feel you're not using it right way
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Your bp values are fine if at all you feel giddy, dizzy and blackout at times then there is a problem
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I could help you better with your hairfall, have proven solutions to hairfall to alot of my patients. If you need help too you can reach out to me
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I want to ask about any chronic disease or history of blood loss? , I suspect ida , send pic of your palpebral conjunctival to check for pallor , get acbc done and iron profile and send report , I suspect trichotillomaniac, iron supplementation would suffice! Cheers
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cbc , iron profile
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iron supplementation
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Your BP (110/70) is normal and stable, so it’s okay to continue oral minoxidil for now, but you should inform your dermatologist that you’re taking 2.5 mg oral minoxidil and monitoring BP regularly
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do not stop on your own unless advised or if symptoms like dizziness, palpitations, or swelling occur
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Dear patient minoxidil dose for as antihypertensive medicine is 10 to 20 decided dose that we don't use commonly. Your dose is very low to affect your blood pressure so no need to worry.
Stop checking daily once or twice a week is fine .
If you fine bp dropping 90/60 then consult dermatologist regarding continuation of minoxidil.
Till then no need to go for panic check for bp
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don't be stressed
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just relax ...don't panic
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Minoxidil is used for both hair loss and blood pressure. Dose used for hair loss is much lower as compared to blood pressure which is 10 times less as used for blood pressure.You can expect blood pressure drop which will be very less or none. But if you are still concerned you can check thrice a week
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signs of hypotension: dizziness,giddiness
if not any no need to worry but still you should still inform your dermatologist
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• Oral minoxidil 2.5 mg/day is now commonly and safely used for hair loss under medical supervision.
• Your average BP of 110/70 mmHg is normal and acceptable on minoxidil.
• The fact that:
• BP is stable
• No dizziness, fainting, palpitations, ankle swelling (you didn’t mention any)
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1. Do NOT stop on your own
• Sudden stopping can worsen hair fall (telogen shift).
2. Inform your dermatologist at the next visit (important)
• Tell them:
• Dose: 2.5 mg daily
• BP readings (110/70)
• Any symptoms (if present)
3. Continue monitoring
• BP once daily is enough (not 3×/day).
• Check for:
• Dizziness on standing
• Ankle/foot swelling
• Fast heart rate
4. Timeline to expect
• 0–2 months: possible shedding
• 3–4 months: stabilization
• 6 months: visible improvement
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• ✔️ Take oral minoxidil at night → reduces side-effects
• ✔️ Stay well hydrated
• ✔️ Avoid combining with other BP-lowering drugs unless advised
• ✔️ Oral + topical together is acceptable if tolerated
Stop and contact doctor immediately if you develop
• Persistent dizziness
• Swelling of feet/face
• Palpitations or chest discomfort
• BP consistently
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There are many reasons for hairfall, it could be Nutritional deficiency, stress, anxiety etc
You should correct it first...
Your bp is low due to Minoxidil...
Only Minoxidil will not help in it...you need few medication to add with it
Consult for better and further management
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You are taking oral minoxidil 2.5 mg daily with topical minoxidil and your average BP of 110/70 mmHg is normal and safe. In the absence of symptoms like dizziness, palpitations, or ankle swelling, there is no need to stop the medication. Hair shedding at 1 month is common and expected.
Do not stop on your own. Continue the same dose and inform your dermatologist that your BP is stable and you are tolerating treatment well. Also confirm whether finasteride (oral or topical) is part of your regimen, as it is important to control ongoing androgenetic hair loss.
Monitor for side effects (edema, palpitations, excess hair growth). Reassess results after 3–4 months.
Or Most practical thing is you start topical Minoxidil and Topical Fenasteride and wait for it to work
Dr Faizan Khan
MD Medicine
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