HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Does Taking Minoxidil Cause Sexual Problems?

Hi doctors, I am 24.I am facing hair loss for lasr 4 years.Its an family issue. I read most of forums and comments provided by people using minoxidil and doctors comments for the same. Please help me for the below questions? Does minoxidil cause sexuall problems?? Will it cause impotence?? Will it lower my sex drive?? Can i go for PRP first or minoxi firsr?? I am going to be married soon so before going into minoxidil I wanna know these things so that every thing end good.
Wed, 15 Jun 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist 's  Response
Hi.Can understand your concern..As per your query about minoxidil side effects,it is not known to cause any type of sexual dysfunctions .Minoxidil is applied topicaly to the scalp in the required amount as directed by the physician or dermatologist.It is known to increase the blood supply of scalp and this preventing hair loss and helps in regeneration of hair follicles.You should use this drug before PRP as it will primarily reduce your hairloss problem as you are going to be married soon..Since you have family history of hair loss ,try first to control the hair loss by using this medicine for sometime.If not controlled by this you can go for PRP or other options like meso..You should also take multi vitamins supplements..Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and cover them if going to pollution exposure.I hope the information helps you.Take care.
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Does Taking Minoxidil Cause Sexual Problems?

Hi.Can understand your concern..As per your query about minoxidil side effects,it is not known to cause any type of sexual dysfunctions .Minoxidil is applied topicaly to the scalp in the required amount as directed by the physician or dermatologist.It is known to increase the blood supply of scalp and this preventing hair loss and helps in regeneration of hair follicles.You should use this drug before PRP as it will primarily reduce your hairloss problem as you are going to be married soon..Since you have family history of hair loss ,try first to control the hair loss by using this medicine for sometime.If not controlled by this you can go for PRP or other options like meso..You should also take multi vitamins supplements..Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and cover them if going to pollution exposure.I hope the information helps you.Take care.