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GlossaryHeart Rate

number of heartbeats per minute, also called pulse

Heart rate, often referred to as pulse, is the number of times your heart beats per minute (bpm). It is a vital sign used to assess overall cardiovascular health, with normal resting heart rates typically ranging from 60 to 100 bpm for adults. Factors such as physical activity, stress, and medical conditions can influence heart rate.

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community Just sharing my holy grails. I have SO many baby hairs. I suffered with telogen effluvium and personally adding in a protein shake a day helped tremendously, I didn’t realize how packed full of vitamins they were. I used TOPICAL minox and had an elevated heart rate

in Treatment 6 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.

community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

in Minoxidil 178 upvotes 1 week ago

Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

community 22M - 2 months progress on oral Fin/Min

in Is this regrowth? 1045 upvotes 2 months ago

A 22-year-old shared his 2-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) for hair regrowth, showing noticeable improvement despite initial side effects like increased heart rate and headaches. Users discussed the effectiveness, side effects, and expectations of these treatments, with some expressing skepticism about the rapid results.

community What are the 'safer' alternatives to RU58841?

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 4 months ago

A user discusses switching from RU58841 to Pyrilutamide due to side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and elevated heart rate. They have used dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and are seeking safer alternatives.

community What blood exams should I do on dut/oral min

in Chat 1 upvotes 4 months ago

The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.

community 1.5 years fin 5 months topical min

in Is this regrowth? 31 upvotes 6 months ago

The user started with 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily in January 2023, but stopped minoxidil due to an elevated heart rate. They then saw regrowth after beginning topical minoxidil and microneedling in early 2024.

community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

in Research/Science 25 upvotes 11 months ago

A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 5 years ago

A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

in Research/Science 119 upvotes 9 months ago

Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.

community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

in Update 97 upvotes 6 months ago

A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

community Drinking minoxidil lands human in ICU with shock and heart failure

in Minoxidil 804 upvotes 2 months ago

A person mistakenly drank an entire bottle of topical minoxidil, leading to ICU admission with shock and heart failure. The incident highlights the dangers of ingesting topical treatments and the importance of proper usage and dosage.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community 3.5 months on oral minoxidil - getting frustrated

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.

community Results after 6 months of treatment

in Progress Pictures 1759 upvotes 1 week ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

community My dermatologist uses oral minox and dutasteride

in Minoxidil 65 upvotes 2 years ago

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 Oral Min, Oral Dut and Nizoral are the Holy Trinity of Hair Loss Prevention

in Treatment 54 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reports improved hair at 31 compared to 21 using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with significant gains from oral minoxidil. Other users discuss their experiences, with mixed results on regrowth and side effects like heart racing and excess body hair.

community Finally Seeing Real Progress on Crown

in Progress Pictures 50 upvotes 1 year ago

The user began using topical minoxidil in 2020 without regrowth, then added 0.5mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride most days, and weekly micro needling since December 2022. They also use peppermint-infused jojoba oil for hair health and have noticed less gray hair.

community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients

in Minoxidil 69 upvotes 3 years ago

Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.

community 24M Feel like giving up. Year of fin/min

in Is this regrowth? 54 upvotes 5 months ago

A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oral minoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hair transplant.

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

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 11 months 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.

community Hair Loss Treatments and Hair Transplant

in Progress Pictures 4 upvotes 1 month ago

The user is experiencing hair loss and is using oral finasteride, considering adding RU58841 and microneedling, and planning a hair transplant. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for treatment results or proceed with the transplant.

community Hair progress over 7 years (Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg + topical min 5% + micro-needling)

in Progress Pictures 193 upvotes 7 months ago

The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hair growth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.

community Phase II for Technoderma Therepeutic's TDM-105795 set to begin in April tentatively

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

Phase II for TDM-105795 for Androgenic Alopecia is set to begin in April 2023. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TDM-105795 in male subjects.

community Gains and losses, near 3 year journey, recession and diffuse thinning. Been on finasteride for 3 years and switching to dutasteride and oral minox. May start topical min again soon

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

A 3 year journey of hair loss, with recession and diffuse thinning; the user has been taking finasteride for 3 years and is now switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and may start using topical minoxidil soon.

community My hair loss journey - potentially useful for newcomers and requesting some advice for next steps

in Treatment 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared their experience with hair loss, starting with denial and progressing to treatment. They used minoxidil with some success and experienced side effects from finasteride, leading them to continue only with minoxidil and remain uncertain about future treatment options.

community No such thing as too much minoxidil

in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation is discussing the use of minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with humorous comments thrown in. People are also suggesting drinking minoxidil as a remedy for baldness.

community The Golden Hair Regrowth/Loss Prevention Regimen With Results and Explanation

in Treatment 223 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.

community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

in Treatment 21 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

community Panax Ginseng is effective against hair loss

41 upvotes 4 years ago

Panax Ginseng is suggested as effective against hair loss, with a recommended dose of 400-500mg/day. Users discuss its efficacy and side effects, with some noting no changes and others mentioning insomnia and other side effects.

community POV: You Ask A Tressless User If It's Safe To Drink Minoxidil

in Satire 769 upvotes 2 years ago

This conversation is about how topical treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride, can be replaced by drinking oral versions of the same medications to achieve better results with less hassle. Some users have already been doing this with positive results.