August 2023 in “JAAD International” Low dose oral minoxidil is generally safe and can improve hair loss in women, with some experiencing side effects and minimal blood pressure changes.
19 citations
,
May 1979 in “Archives of internal medicine” Minoxidil effectively lowers blood pressure and initially increases plasma renin activity without raising aldosterone levels.
August 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A 5-mg dose of oral minoxidil slightly lowers blood pressure temporarily, especially in those with higher initial blood pressure.
1 citations
,
May 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Minoxidil microinfusion lowers diastolic blood pressure in patients.
17 citations
,
March 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil can lower blood pressure in some people.