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research Minoxidil-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy in Guinea Pigs
Minoxidil may cause heart issues in guinea pigs, suggesting potential harm for users with heart conditions.
research Androgenic Effects on Ventricular Repolarization: A Translational Study from Pharmacovigilance Databases to iPSC-Cardiomyocytes
Androgen-deprivation therapies increase the risk of certain heart conditions, but testosterone treatment may help.
research Potassium Channel Therapeutics at the Bedside
Potassium channel openers are effective in treating heart conditions, high blood pressure, pulmonary diseases, bladder issues, and hair loss, but more selective drugs are needed.
research Side Effects of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Treating Alopecia
Low-dose oral minoxidil can be effective for hair loss but should be avoided in people with certain heart conditions and severe liver problems.
research Review of Cardiovascular Findings in Humans Treated with Minoxidil
Minoxidil may cause heart changes; use caution and monitor patients with heart conditions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Alternative to minoxidil that's not bad for the heart
A 25-year-old man with mild hair loss is using a topical finasteride treatment, biotin and ajuga reptans supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for hair growth. Due to a heart condition, he can't use minoxidil and is seeking alternative hair growth treatments, considering both medicinal and natural remedies like rosemary oil.
community My dermatologist uses oral minox and dutasteride
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 Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems
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 What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?
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 (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
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.