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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community It seems that topical Minoxidil can also cause pericardial effusion after all
Topical Minoxidil may cause pericardial effusion. Caution is advised when using Minoxidil, even topically.
community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept
Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.
community 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 6 months on min-fin medication
A 42-year-old user shared progress after 6 months using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, improved nutrition, and weekly dermarolling. The user noticed some shedding and slower regrowth but remains disciplined, while others commented on the impressive results and potential side effects of high minoxidil doses.