The Minoxidil is used for treating ‘ hypertension refractory to other drug treatment.It also finds use in hair loss therapy .
What is Minoxidil?
It is a vasodilator . It works by reducing the pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, which by dilating allow the blood to flow more easily and at a lower pressure .
How is Minoxidil taken?
In the event that it is recommended to treat hypertension, Minoxidil is usually taken orally .
Hair loss therapy instead includes the use of topical products .
Side effects of Minoxidil
When taken by mouth, Minoxidil can cause serious heart ailments. Among its other possible side effects we also find:
- hair changes
- excessive hair development
- slight weight gain
- nausea
- He retched
It is best to notify a doctor immediately in the presence of:
- rash
- urticaria
- breathing problems
- feeling of tightness in the chest
- swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue
- visual or hearing disorders
- dizziness
- fast and excessive weight gain
- fainting
- fast, heavy or irregular heart beat
- feeling light-headed
- chest, arm or shoulder pain
- severe indigestion
- shortness of breath
- swelling
Complications and warnings on the use of Minoxidil
Minoxidil can impair your ability to drive and operate dangerous machinery and can cause dangerous dizziness when standing up suddenly, mainly in the morning. These side effects can worsen with the consumption of alcohol, other medications, heat, fever or physical activity.
Before starting therapy it is essential to warn the doctor:
- of possible allergies to the active substance, its excipients or any other medication or food;
- of the other drugs, phytotherapy and supplements that are being taken, specifically Guanetidine;
- if you suffer from blood flow disorders, congestive heart failure, remote diseases or pheochromocytoma;
- in the presence of a heart attack ;
- in the presence of dialysis;
- in the event of pregnancy or breastfeeding
