research Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: An Idiosyncratic Reaction
Minoxidil can cause dangerous fluid buildup around the heart.
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research Pericardial Effusions Associated with Minoxidil
research The Role of Patient and Drug-Related Factors in Oral Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: Analyses of Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Oral minoxidil rarely causes pericardial effusion, especially at low doses.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil and Associated Adverse Events: Analyses of the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System With a Focus on Pericardial Effusions
Low-dose oral minoxidil can cause serious side effects like heart issues, so use the lowest effective dose.
research Large Pericardial Effusion in a Woman in the Second Trimester of Pregnancy
Early surgical intervention and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing complex cardio-obstetric patients.
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5 / 47 resultscommunity Will my liver get destroyed long term on this stack ??
A user is considering a long-term hair loss treatment stack including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about potential liver damage. Some responses suggest the stack is excessive, while others believe it's not harmful to the liver, but recommend regular blood work to monitor health.
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 Using dutasteride for 1 Year after being on fin a year before M 26
A 26-year-old male has been using dutasteride for one year after previously using finasteride, along with 5% minoxidil and micro-needling, to treat hair loss. He reports no side effects and is satisfied with the progress, noting some shedding as part of the hair cycle.
community 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 20M 1 year on fin and 3 months on min…If I keep going could I achieve hairline similar to last picture?
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for a year and added minoxidil three months ago, seeing significant hair regrowth. They are considering continuing the current treatment or possibly a hair transplant in the future.