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July 2015 in “Biomolecules and Biomedicine”
This study found that women with PCOS had higher levels of Nesfatin-1 and lower levels of vitamin D, which may be linked to increased blood pressure and potential hypertension.
July 2026 in “Journal of Comparative Physiology B”
This study demonstrated the usefulness of fully implantable loggers in measuring heartrate and sub-blubber temperature in captive harbour seals, with findings suggesting lower heartrates during molting and differences in temperature regulation between adults and sub-adults.
A user with slight hair thinning is seeking alternatives to minoxidil due to concerns about heartrate effects, despite using finasteride without issues. They are looking for options that don't affect the heart.
Oral minoxidil is considered a safe and effective treatment for hair loss at low dosages, with minimal cardiac risks. Users report positive results, though some experience side effects like increased heartrate and skin changes, and consulting a doctor is advised.
A user experienced chest discomfort and increased heartrate after starting oral minoxidil for hair loss and is considering stopping due to these side effects. Another user suggested stopping and mentioned a new version of oral minoxidil for hair loss might be available by 2028.
The user experienced chest pain and increased heartrate after microneedling while using topical minoxidil for hair loss. They are unsure if minoxidil is effective without microneedling.
A user experienced negative side effects like increased heartrate, moodiness, and bloating from taking oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medication and felt better, seeking advice on which drug might have caused these reactions.
What are the side effects of minoxidil, and can oral minoxidil affect your heart?Minoxidil can cause side effects, and because it was designed as a blood-pressure drug, some of them involve the heart and circulation. Published studies of low-dose oral minoxidil describe mostly mild problems, but fluid around the heart, pericarditis and other serious events have been reported, and the long-term picture is still being studied. Do not start, stop or change minoxidil without a doctor, and if you develop chest pain, a racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, fainting, swelling or rapid weight gain while using it, stop and seek medical care.