research Topically Applied Minoxidil in Baldness
Minoxidil, when applied to the scalp, can stimulate hair growth but effects vary, stop if treatment ends, and it may cause side effects like fluid retention.
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research An Overview of Incidence and Mechanisms Promoting Weight Gain as an Adverse Effect of Oral Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral minoxidil for hair loss can cause weight gain due to fluid retention.
research Intravascular and Interstitial Fluid Dynamics in Rats Treated with Minoxidil
Minoxidil affects rat fluid dynamics, altering pressure and circulation, improving blood flow and hair growth.
research Minoxidil in Resistant Hypertension
Minoxidil with propranolol and diuretics lowers blood pressure but causes fluid retention and hair growth.
research Minoxidil Therapy in Children with Severe Hypertension
Minoxidil helps lower high blood pressure in kids, but can cause fluid retention and hair growth.
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5 / 135 resultscommunity Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! *NOT MEDICAL ADVICE*
Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.
community Dim: high estradiol levels what to do
A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.
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 8-months progress: dermarolling + supplements
A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
community Minoxidil and Finasteride changed my life.
Minoxidil and finasteride significantly improved the user's hair growth over six months, with no reported side effects. The user recommends these treatments for others experiencing hair loss.