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GlossaryHypotension

reduced force of blood against artery walls

Hypotension, also known as low blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against the artery walls is too low, which can lead to symptoms like dizziness, fainting, and fatigue. While it can be a sign of good cardiovascular health in some individuals, it may also indicate underlying health issues such as dehydration, heart problems, or endocrine disorders.

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Tamsulosin Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Risk of Severe Hypotension in Men Aged 40-85 Years in the United States: Risk Window Analyses Using Between and Within Patient Methodology

research Tamsulosin treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia and risk of severe hypotension in men aged 40-85 years in the United States: risk window analyses using between and within patient methodology

70 citations , November 2013 in “The BMJ”

Tamsulosin for enlarged prostate may increase the risk of severe low blood pressure, especially when starting or restarting the medication.

research Hypertension and Reproduction

38 citations , March 2020 in “Current Hypertension Reports”

Reproductive factors can increase hypertension risk and affect cardiovascular health.

research Spironolactone treatment for dermatologic indications is not associated with hypotension in a single-center retrospective study

4 citations , March 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Spironolactone for skin issues rarely causes low blood pressure.

research Hypertension: sex-related differences in drug treatment, prevalence and blood pressure control in primary care

4 citations , January 2023 in “Journal of Human Hypertension”

Women experience more side effects and have worse blood pressure control from hypertension treatments than men, despite using different medications.

research Case 18-2018: A 45-Year-Old Woman with Hypertension, Fatigue, and Altered Mental Status

3 citations , June 2018 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”

A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.

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community Oral minoxidil hypertension effect vanishes when mixed with water

in General 27 upvotes 5 months ago

Mixing 2.5mg of minoxidil powder with 150ml of water seems to eliminate its blood pressure effects, causing only a brief 20-second hypertension. The reason for this effect is unclear.

community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping

in General 48 upvotes 8 months ago

The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.

community My mum, 68. She has decided enough is enough and wants to get some hair back.

in Female 23 upvotes 1 year ago

A 68-year-old woman with iron deficiency and hypertension is considering using 5% minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to see a dermatologist. Some suggest using wigs and focusing on health, while others recommend checking for hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.

community NYT article from 1985 on minoxidil, "wonder drug"

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 6 years ago

Minoxidil was used as a hair treatment by crushing hypertension tablets and mixing them with other ingredients. It was noted to thicken existing hair more than promoting new hair growth.

community If I was arrested, could I take minoxidil and finasteride in prison?

in Chat 1349 upvotes 1 year ago

Access to minoxidil and finasteride in prison is unlikely unless prescribed for medical conditions like hypertension or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Cosmetic treatments are generally not provided in prison.

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