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GlossaryACE inhibitors

block enzyme that narrows blood vessels, lowering blood pressure

ACE inhibitors, or Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, are a class of medications primarily used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. They work by blocking the enzyme that converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a substance that narrows blood vessels and releases hormones that can raise blood pressure. By inhibiting this enzyme, ACE inhibitors help relax blood vessels, lower blood pressure, and reduce the workload on the heart.

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research [A new treatment for androgenetic alopecia : platelet-rich plasma injections].

February 2021 in “Revue médicale de Liège”

Platelet-rich plasma injections are a promising new treatment for hair loss, showing initial positive results.

research Bioactive peptides derived from food proteins preventing lifestyle‐related diseases

223 citations , January 2000 in “BioFactors”

Food-derived peptides may help prevent diseases like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and can support the immune system.

research COVID-19 in adult patients with pre-existing chronic cardiac, respiratory and metabolic disease: a critical literature review with clinical recommendations

122 citations , August 2020 in “Tropical Diseases Travel Medicine and Vaccines”

COVID-19 severely affects older adults with chronic heart, lung, or metabolic diseases.

research Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19: an endocrinology perspective

34 citations , September 2020 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders”

Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.

research Lisinopril-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report

8 citations , June 2016 in “Journal of Pharmacy Practice”

Lisinopril, a heart medication, probably caused hair loss in a patient, which stopped after switching drugs.

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community Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! NOT MEDICAL ADVICE

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.

community Tressless: The Sub Where people fear monger about Finasteride, but advocate for Oral Minoxidil.

in Treatment 30 upvotes 4 years ago

Oral minoxidil is considered unsafe due to severe side effects and requires close medical supervision, while oral finasteride is viewed as safe and effective. There is debate over the fear-mongering around finasteride and the downplaying of minoxidil's risks, with some users advocating for proper health screenings before use.

community Anything you use without scientific backing, just trusting your gut?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.

community Vasodilators, Min, L-arginine, Niacin, Lisinoprol, etc.

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the use of vasodilators like Minoxidil, L-arginine, and Niacin for hair regrowth, with Minoxidil causing intolerable side effects for the original poster. It also highlights that certain medications, including Lisinopril, antidepressants, and statins, can cause hair loss.

community (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 2 years ago

Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.

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