1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Eye and vision

  4. Minoxidil. Falls directly into eye?

ophthalmologist-icon
Minoxidil
Does applying minoxidil in scalp causes any eye irritation? Because I experience some irritation after applying minoxidil... What happens when minoxidil solution falls directly into eye? I use tropical 5% minoxidil solution Thank you
1842 Views v

Answers (1)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Hello Applying this on scalp does not cause eye irritation If it accidentally enters eye then it may cause redness, watering, irritation and may cause damage to cornea
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

Articles you may like

Top 3 Reasons Behind Unwanted Facial Hair in Women

Dr.Anchal Shah

Excessive or unwanted hair that grows on woman's face, chest, Arms are usually coarse and dark and this condition is cal ... Read more

Treatment for Hair Regrowth

Dr.Snigdhodip Saha

Try the latest Dermastamp technology for effective hair regrowth in a scientific way.People who suffer from baldness onl ... Read more

Hair Loss? Worry No More!

Dr.Suman Polavarapu

Hair clogged sinks and bathroom drains are a worrisome testimony to our receding hairlines and the hair loss we undergo ... Read more

Do You Want to Stop Balding and Reverse It?

Dr.Rajdeep

My neighbour Raju, has a lawn that looks lush green all the time. I hardly ever see him water it, use a lawnmower or hir ... Read more

5 'S' Approach To Stop Hair Loss

Dr.Anmol Chugh

For centuries, Indian women have had long, thick and lustrous hair. But over the past few decades, both men and women ha ... Read more

Causes and Treatments for Thinning Hair

Dr.Matganjan Dwivedi

As people get older, their hair may start to lose volume and thickness. In some cases, thinning hair is linked with diet ... Read more

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Keep an eye on your eyesight

Keep an eye on your eyesight

Talk to expert eye doctors

  • Private & Confidential
  • Audio Calls
  • Free follow-ups
Consult with an eye specialist
Online now

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Articles you may like

Top 3 Reasons Behind Unwanted Facial Hair in Women

Dr.Anchal Shah

Excessive or unwanted hair that grows on woman's face, chest, Arms are usually coarse and dark and this condition is cal ... Read more

Treatment for Hair Regrowth

Dr.Snigdhodip Saha

Try the latest Dermastamp technology for effective hair regrowth in a scientific way.People who suffer from baldness onl ... Read more

Hair Loss? Worry No More!

Dr.Suman Polavarapu

Hair clogged sinks and bathroom drains are a worrisome testimony to our receding hairlines and the hair loss we undergo ... Read more

Do You Want to Stop Balding and Reverse It?

Dr.Rajdeep

My neighbour Raju, has a lawn that looks lush green all the time. I hardly ever see him water it, use a lawnmower or hir ... Read more

5 'S' Approach To Stop Hair Loss

Dr.Anmol Chugh

For centuries, Indian women have had long, thick and lustrous hair. But over the past few decades, both men and women ha ... Read more

Causes and Treatments for Thinning Hair

Dr.Matganjan Dwivedi

As people get older, their hair may start to lose volume and thickness. In some cases, thinning hair is linked with diet ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Minoxidil and Glaucoma suspect

 1800 Views
Can Minoxidil increase eye pressure for people who are Glaucoma suspect? I am a Glaucoma suspect and I ha ... Read More

Minoxidil after prk lasik surgery

 693 Views
I have been using minoxidil for 5 months. I got prk lasik done for my eyes and its 10 days. My ophthalmol ... Read More

Myopia due to minoxidil

 542 Views
Hi doctor, I've been using 5% minoxidil topical lotion to prevent hair loss since last one month. Though ... Read More

Use of topical minoxidil and keratoconus

 387 Views
Is it safe to apply topical minoxidil solution (5%) on scalp for baldness if a person also suffers from ... Read More

Minoxidil in eye

 279 Views
23 Using 5% minoxidil spray. Accidentally sprayed little in right eye. Washed with lots of water immediat ... Read More

Cataract - Dutas and Minoxidil

 237 Views
I have recently been diagnosed with cataract in one eye. I was under medication for hair loss treatment. ... Read More

Red eye irritation

 196 Views
My right eye has been red for the past two days. The eye has been red, causing irritation and pains slig ... Read More

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.