Minoxidil Side Effects- 1475 Questions Answered

I uses minoxidil for around 8 months and had hair growth back.but I stopped using it after around 3 to 4 months I am having hair fall so should I use minoxidil again and I am sacred that it will have side effects , I am 19 years old

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Dr. Shivanu MathonDermatologist | Ludhiana

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You can start using it . But along with it use other hair supplements ... Read More

Hi doctor, Is there any side effects of minoxidil if used for alopecia androgenic? My father aged 63 wants to use it as he has become bald from last 5-6 year.

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Dr. Narendra SinghENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Nainital

At 63 age it will not help. And it not useful in androgenic alopecia. ... Read More

My doctor prescribed minoxidil 2 percent for my hair thinning with hairbless tablet.. I am scared of it's side effects shall I use wishcare hair growth concentrate which is going viral nowadays.. do these also.haave side effects

Asked for Female, 34 Years 695 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have Androgenic Alopecia & used Minoxidil & Finasteride, had very good hair growth. Post my daughter's birth for last 2 years, I have stopped using it & gone bald again. Since my daughter share my pillow, I'm worried if I apply Minoxidil lotion and she uses the pillow, she would get side effects on her skin or hair.

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Dr. Phanindra V VAyurveda | Bangalore

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She may have adverse effect if her immunity is less. ... Read More

I am using minoxidil and having leg swelling and wait gain due to this..Which other topical can as much effective as minoxidil

Asked for Female, 31 Years 544 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Don't worry.. alternate safe medicine available.....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ... Read More

Hi. I'm 21 M. I'm using Minoxidil topical solution 5% for Beard growth for 2 months. I'm facing mild chest pain since the last 2days. Does this happen common for Minoxidil? should I stop Minoxidil for this mild chest pain or I can continue ?

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

No.. however alternate safe medicine available..for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I am Female of 28 years. I have used minoxidil for the whole year in 2020. After stopping I didn't face any hair loss issue but before minoxidil my hair texture was straight and silky after minoxidil my hair texture has changed to thick wavy straw like and frizzy. Though it has been almost 1.5 years since I stopped minoxidil yet my original texture

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Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I'm using minoxidil for scalp. Is using this effects to 1 year, 10 months kid. Because while sleeping att night he's sleeps closely to me...I apply minoxidil at night.

Asked for Female, 2 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Aishwarya DPediatrician | Chennai

Nothing harm u can apply ... Read More

I have been using minoxidil 5% for the past 8 months. The hair on my arms are getting thicker, however; there is no noticeable effect on the crown. Should I keep using it? Would the hair on other parts of my body keep getting thicker with prolonged use?

Asked for Male, 27 Years 352 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ... Read More

I am developing loss of hair early stage (age 28) .Doctor advised me to take minoxidil and finastride topical solution . Many say these have adverse side effects. What should I do?

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Not to worry.. treatment depends on the grade...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible wit ... Read More

Does using minoxidil every day causes dandruff and build up on scalp?I have been using minoxidil for the past one year, but after few months I am experiencing build up on my scalp

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Dr. A Amin HomeopathHomoeopath | Kolkata

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Can I quit minoxidil?? If I don't use minoxidil can I get my hair back which are lost in shedding phase

Asked for Male, 20 Years 16 Views v

Dr. Palak SawhneyDermatologist | Pune

Minoxidil will help in controlling progression and induce growth as well. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management ... Read More

I have been using 10% minoxidil and 0.1% finisteride for 2.5 years. It causes brain fog, lightheadedness and affects cognitive ability. I shifted to 10% minoxidil without finestride based on the doctor's suggestions and felt better. But the issue is still not resolved completely. This issue increases specifically during summer

Asked for Male, 32 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Sujata MauryaDermatologist | Bareilly

Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ... Read More

I have been been using minoxidil for 5-6 months and also in the process of fixing my D3 deficiency at the same time (I have gone from 9.2 to 26.3 in 3 months and I expect it would have increased even higher now) nutrition wise everything is going well, I hit my protein and carbs and workout and stay active recently I am noticing hairfall(I already

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Dr. A Amin HomeopathHomoeopath | Kolkata

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

I have been experiencing very fast hair fall for several months. I have now decided to take minoxidil. But I have absolutely no knowledge of it. So, please suggest to me some of the safest and most effective minoxidil in India. I can't afford medical consultations, that's why I am seeking help here. Please give me the right suggestion, I am heavily

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 65 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

I have male pattern baldness starting stage,I have been taking topical minoxidil 5% for 2 years. For past 60 days i have not applied, I find if difficult to apply when tired from work. Can I take oral minoxidil as it's easy to continue What dose should I take. Please suggest?

Asked for Male, 27 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao TidkeDermatologist | Pune

Kindly share history and photos Get treated with online consultation ... Read More

What to do when you have side effects from homeopathy medicines? Side effect- Nausea Medicines - for anxiety Dr. Reckeweg Please suggest something.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 82 Views v

Dr. A Amin HomeopathHomoeopath | Kolkata

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Hi, I consulted a dermatologist for hair thinning and hair loss from hairline and a little bit at crown. They have advised me topical minoxidil 5% once per day and ketoconazole shampoo. However I am not entirely sure about using minoxidil, could someone please help me with pros and cons of applying it? Will it affect my blood pressure? What are the

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Asked for Male, 27 Years 74 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Dr. Sujata MauryaDermatologist | Bareilly

Can by psychological, Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed to rule out other causes ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi. Consult online for questions regarding the same ... Read More

My mother has auditory hallucinations, so she's been taking medicine for that. The doctor prescribed Riscon Plus tablet. She's been on it for 3 months now. She started having problems like feeling very tired, leg vibrations, and inability to sit properly. So the doctor said he'd give tablets for 3 weeks and reduced the dose of the same Riscon Plus.

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Dr. Bansita Alkesh PatelPsychiatrist | Vadodara

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Yes, it will help to reduce side effects ... Read More

I have a buzzing / pulsatile sound in my left ear only. I consulted an ENT: - Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA): Normal - Tympanometry: Normal Since all tests were normal, I was not using any ENT medicines. Recently, I started having hair fall, so a dermatologist prescribed: - Oral Minoxidil 0.25 mg daily After starting oral Minoxidil, my left ear buzzing

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Dr. Lakshit BhattEar-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Hyderabad

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Minoxidil is vasodilator , it will affect blood flow or pressure changes in inner ear, so can trigger tinnitus but it's very rarest side effect of it, till tym only few people reported. So my suggesti ... Read More

Hi use Minoxidil 5% Topical potion. I also take Telvas for BP which is under control at 130/90 but recently someone suggested that Minoxidil increases BP and suggested WellGrow. Is it safe? Any other solution i can use or well grow 5% is good and hope it doesnt increase bp.

Asked for Male, 38 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Rohit KumawatEmergency & Critical Care | Jaipur

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Minoxidil not increases BP ... Read More

And do not have any skin allergy just noticed hair thinning and wants to take minoxidil for hair please suggest

Asked for Male, 27 Years 135 Views v

Dr. Arti Sutrawe-BhasmeDermatologist | Pune

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It is better you consult a Dermatologist assess what kind of hair loss you have what is the reason behind it, and then you may start minoxidil for it. Basic consultation, decides the need the cause a ... Read More

Have used topical finasteride 0.1% along with minoxidil 5% , i only used for 2 days and 1 ml each day , I got to know finasteride causes side effects like sexual and harmonal issues , i quitted right away , making it a two days use , will i get any side effects ? And what about the concept of persistent sexual side effects from finasteride, did it

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Asked for Male, 18 Years 407 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

No self treatment with incomplete knowledge ... Read More

Hi i have an acne prone skin i guess but i want fuller denser beard hence i want to use minoxidil can i use it for beard growth? Plus how can i fix my acne

Asked for Male, 28 Years 187 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi I have been using nmxia yuth 5 minoxidil solution from past 1 year as per my doctor suggestion.Due to limited availability, can I switch to morr 5 solution.if so,will I have hair shedding again

Asked for Female, 44 Years 249 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, I am facing hair loss, and planning to use minimalist minoxidil serum. I have doubt, whether leaving minoxidil, not gonna increase my hairfall (will leave, if effect of hair condition observed). And is it okay, to wash it with medicated sampoo (I have dandruff problem). It will be helpful, if you can share usage related info. Thank you

Asked for Male, 26 Years 216 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. ... Read More

Sir / ma'am I am a bit confused about using minoxidil as it has been prescribed by the Dr. Since there are so many videos and people's opinions i saw on YouTube and Google, I am extremely confused should I use it because every one says after leaving it I would lose more hair compare to now. So please guide me what is the real truth? As a doctor h

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Asked for Male, 40 Years 128 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I had hairfall due to chronic dandruff. My dermat gave me minoxidil for it once my dandruff went under control , now minoxidil increased dandruff . I had used minoxidil for 20 days once during night . I have not experienced any shedding phase due to it ,now I want to stop it ,can I stop it without causing any further shedding due to minoxidil usage

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 218 Views v

Dr. PrakashDermatologist | Hyderabad

Need detailed history to advice safe and effective way of stopping the medications and to solve the issue of dandruff . Consult online for proper solution to your problem ... Read More

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Minoxidil side effects

I uses minoxidil for around 8 months and had hair growth back.but I stopped using it after around 3 to 4 months I am having hair fall so should I use minoxidil again and I am sacred that it will have side effects , I am 19 years old

Hi doctor, Is there any side effects of minoxidil if used for alopecia androgenic? My father aged 63 wants to use it as he has become bald from last 5-6 year.

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My doctor prescribed minoxidil 2 percent for my hair thinning with hairbless tablet.. I am scared of it's side effects shall I use wishcare hair growth concentrate which is going viral nowadays.. do these also.haave side effects

I am using minoxidil and having leg swelling and wait gain due to this..Which other topical can as much effective as minoxidil

Hi. I'm 21 M. I'm using Minoxidil topical solution 5% for Beard growth for 2 months. I'm facing mild chest pain since the last 2days. Does this happen common for Minoxidil? should I stop Minoxidil for this mild chest pain or I can continue ?

Hello Doctor, I'm using minoxidil for scalp. Is using this effects to 1 year, 10 months kid. Because while sleeping att night he's sleeps closely to me...I apply minoxidil at night.

I have been using minoxidil 5% for the past 8 months. The hair on my arms are getting thicker, however; there is no noticeable effect on the crown. Should I keep using it? Would the hair on other parts of my body keep getting thicker with prolonged use?

I am developing loss of hair early stage (age 28) .Doctor advised me to take minoxidil and finastride topical solution . Many say these have adverse side effects. What should I do?

Does using minoxidil every day causes dandruff and build up on scalp?I have been using minoxidil for the past one year, but after few months I am experiencing build up on my scalp

Can I quit minoxidil?? If I don't use minoxidil can I get my hair back which are lost in shedding phase

I have male pattern baldness starting stage,I have been taking topical minoxidil 5% for 2 years. For past 60 days i have not applied, I find if difficult to apply when tired from work. Can I take oral minoxidil as it's easy to continue What dose should I take. Please suggest?

What to do when you have side effects from homeopathy medicines? Side effect- Nausea Medicines - for anxiety Dr. Reckeweg Please suggest something.

Hi use Minoxidil 5% Topical potion. I also take Telvas for BP which is under control at 130/90 but recently someone suggested that Minoxidil increases BP and suggested WellGrow. Is it safe? Any other solution i can use or well grow 5% is good and hope it doesnt increase bp.

And do not have any skin allergy just noticed hair thinning and wants to take minoxidil for hair please suggest

Hi i have an acne prone skin i guess but i want fuller denser beard hence i want to use minoxidil can i use it for beard growth? Plus how can i fix my acne

Hi I have been using nmxia yuth 5 minoxidil solution from past 1 year as per my doctor suggestion.Due to limited availability, can I switch to morr 5 solution.if so,will I have hair shedding again

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