research Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: An Idiosyncratic Reaction
Minoxidil can cause dangerous fluid buildup around the heart.
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research Pleuropericardial Effusion Associated With Minoxidil Administration
Minoxidil can cause pericardial and pleural effusions with high protein content.
research Pericardial Effusions Associated with Minoxidil
research Pleural Effusion Associated With Divalproex Sodium
Divalproex sodium can cause pleural effusion, which stops when the drug is discontinued.
research Pleural Effusion Induced by Systemic Consumption of Topical Minoxidil: A Rare Case Report
Topical minoxidil can rarely cause pleural effusion if ingested.
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5 / 46 resultscommunity Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients
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 9 month update - no improvement so far. Are my chances of regrowth slim at this point?
A 35-year-old has seen no hair regrowth after 9 months using treatments including finasteride, pyrilutamide, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and topical dutasteride, but experienced side effects with RU58841. Commenters suggest starting minoxidil for better results and question why it wasn't included from the beginning.
community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP
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 20M 1 year on fin and 3 months on min…If I keep going could I achieve hairline similar to last picture?
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for a year and added minoxidil three months ago, seeing significant hair regrowth. They are considering continuing the current treatment or possibly a hair transplant in the future.
community 9 months progress looks good to me
A 35-year-old male reported positive hair regrowth after 9 months using oral dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 5mg daily. A reply emphasized the importance of commitment and consistency for hair regrowth.