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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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research A Case of Sheehan Syndrome Presenting with Pancytopenia and Dilated Cardiomyopathy: A Rare Combination
A woman with Sheehan syndrome improved with hormone treatment.
research Ingestion of Minoxidil Associated with Elevated Transaminases in the Absence of Ischemic Hepatitis
Minoxidil ingestion can raise liver enzyme levels.
research Oral Minoxidil Improves Background Hair Thickness in Lichen Planopilaris
Oral minoxidil can increase or maintain hair thickness in most people with lichen planopilaris, with mild side effects.
research Severe and Refractory Hypotension After Intentional Minoxidil Overdose: A Case Report
Minoxidil overdose caused severe low blood pressure, but the patient recovered with specific treatments.
research Minoxidil Overdose: Severe Hypotension and Tachycardia After Ingestion
Man drank minoxidil, caused low blood pressure and fast heartbeat, treatment helped but led to heart damage.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 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 Could low blood flow to the head cause an increased rate of thinning?
The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.
community Using licorice with minoxidil to offset lowering of blood pressure
Using licorice to counteract the blood pressure-lowering effects of oral minoxidil. Concerns about licorice affecting potassium levels and minoxidil's effectiveness were raised.
community 5 Months Minoxidil (and ~1.5 Years Fin/Dut)
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, despite some patchiness along the hairline. The user reduced the oral minoxidil dose due to low blood pressure concerns.
community safety of and efficiency of anti androgens for women
27F with androgenic alopecia since 17 seeks treatment. Tried spironolactone, caused low blood pressure; believes finasteride is safer and wants to try it.