MINOXIDIL USES AND SIDE EFFECTS

Minoxidil Uses and side effect

Is a vasodilator medication used to control the loss of hair and promote hair regrowth and it is very effective for the treatment of Androgenic alopecia.

What is Androgenic alopecia?

Common form hair loss which can be seen both in women as well as men here in this hair is lost in well defined pattern, beginning above the both temples hair also thins at the crown of the head and also at the sides for some persons and it may progress to complete baltness.

Basically minoxidil was found to treat high blood pressure and when it was researched it was found that it causes increased hair growth ,Minoxidil actually works by increasing the blood flow of the thinning area .

It is usually applied in a 1-3% solution twice a day ,it should be used at least 6 months to see good results .

Side effects :

The common side effects of minoxidil includes irritation or burning of the eyes, itching or irritation in the treatment area ,unwanted hair growth elsewhere in the body and user should consult with the doctor if he or she faces any severe side effects ,severe side effects includes(rash,hives,breathing problem ,heaviness in heart ,swelling of face, mouth ,lips )

Major complications are rare but patients suffering from hear disease and hypertension should check with the doctor before starting the treatment.

Important point to note:

If a person stops using minoxidil after prolonged use ,hair loss may increase.

My research on minoxidil:

I am using minoxidil for the past 1 year and the results are really good ,first I was very scare that I may get influenced by the side effects ,but until now I have not observed any side effects and also the density of my hair has also increased. I can also see new hairs growing on my scalp.