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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
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research Culprits of Medication-Induced Telogen Effluvium, Part 2
Some blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can cause hair loss, which usually starts 1 to 6 months after beginning the medication.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia Is Not Associated With Clinically Significant Blood-Pressure Changes: A Retrospective Study
Taking a small dose of the hair growth medicine minoxidil by mouth does not really change your blood pressure.
research Pharmaceutical Maker Recalls Drug Over Undeclared Anti-Hypertensive Drug
A medicine company has recalled a drug because it contained an unlisted blood pressure medication.
research The Use of Minoxidil in Diseases Associated with Hair Loss
Minoxidil, a medicine initially for high blood pressure, can stimulate hair growth and is promising for treating hair loss, but it may cause side effects like itching and dizziness.
research Comparison of the Pharmacoeconomic Profiles of Treatment Regimens for Field Pattern Actinic Keratoses
Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Collagen/Vitamins/Supplements and skin-care routine while on Minoxidil?
Minoxidil users discuss skin-care routines to counteract side effects like dark circles and dull skin. Recommendations include vitamin C, potassium, collagen, retinol, nizoral shampoo, and emu oil.
community My dermatologist uses oral minox and dutasteride
Treatments for hair loss and the potential side effects. The user discussed their doctor's advice to take 1.25 mg oral minoxidil and .5 mg dutasteride daily, with a warning that those with heart conditions should not take oral minoxidil. Other users shared their experiences, including taking finasteride and noting the possible overkill of the dosage prescribed by Jirons1's dermatologist.
community Minoxidil on the beach cocktail recipe
A satirical discussion on using minoxidil and finasteride in unconventional ways, including mixing them into drinks and other humorous methods. The conversation also touches on the potential health risks of minoxidil.
community Tressless: The Sub Where people fear monger about Finasteride, but advocate for Oral Minoxidil.
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 Possible Finasteride ban happening soon
Concerns about a potential finasteride ban in the EU, possibly affecting the US, are discussed. Users doubt a ban, citing its widespread use and suggest alternatives like minoxidil and dutasteride.