The Truth About Minoxidil And Heart Side Effects?

[Carter Olson]

I...

Really sometimes dislike message boards as it is hard to separate anecdotal evidence from actual studies.

I recently went into 2 dermatologists (1 being a "regular" dermatologist and the other being a hair specialist) and after speaking with both they suggested Minoxidil as I was starting to experience light hair miniaturization around my hairline. At this time they did not suggest Propecia as I have an extensive history with anxiety, depression, and OCD and they said that it had been shown to exacerbate those conditions in some people. The idea is to take Rogaine for 6 months and then come back and evaluate.

I began to use it around a month ago and have seen a fairly extensive shed so far. It may be slowing down a bit, but it is hard to tell. I definitely feel "weird" if I put it on a wet scalp, but typically nothing when I apply as directed (weird how that works right?).

That being said, after looking up sides on the internet I see a lot of concern about the heart enlarging properties of the drug. Being a recovering (and admitted) hypochondriac, I was hoping I could get some more clear and concise information on what the likelihood and effects of cardiovascular related issues arising from long term Rogaine use might be.

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Roberto_72]

Being a recovering (and admitted) hypochondriac, I

With this premise, I doubt anything anyone could say about regaine will ever give you peace of mind.

If you want to fight hairloss with what is available now, you have to bite the bullet and take drugs that are not completely understood, must be taken daily and forever, have side effects (like every other drug).

Now I have never known of someone with an enlarged heart because of topical minoxidil, but if you search for it on the internet you will certainly find someone who says they do.

 

[DerekLeBron]

none...

 

[Carter Olson]

Ok, yes that makes sense. I will continue to use it until l notice sides.

 

[resu]

The problem is that now you will start looking for sides and may notice things you didn't in the past, you have to keep using it continuously, then stop if you notice sides, then wait a month then restart and compare to the previous experience with minoxidil.

 

[dralex]

I...

Really sometimes dislike message boards as it is hard to separate anecdotal evidence from actual studies.

I recently went into 2 dermatologists (1 being a "regular" dermatologist and the other being a hair specialist) and after speaking with both they suggested Minoxidil as I was starting to experience light hair miniaturization around my hairline. At this time they did not suggest Propecia as I have an extensive history with anxiety, depression, and OCD and they said that it had been shown to exacerbate those conditions in some people. The idea is to take Rogaine for 6 months and then come back and evaluate.

I began to use it around a month ago and have seen a fairly extensive shed so far. It may be slowing down a bit, but it is hard to tell. I definitely feel "weird" if I put it on a wet scalp, but typically nothing when I apply as directed (weird how that works right?).

That being said, after looking up sides on the internet I see a lot of concern about the heart enlarging properties of the drug. Being a recovering (and admitted) hypochondriac, I was hoping I could get some more clear and concise information on what the likelihood and effects of cardiovascular related issues arising from long term Rogaine use might be.

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Unlikely to have any side effects from topical minoxidil. Those heart related side effects are from oral minoxidil, which is used to treat blood pressure (although some use it off label for hair loss).