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What Causes Swelling In The Feet While On Minoxidil?
Hi my name is Vivian, I have been using Minoxidil for the thinning of my hair in the top and center part of my hair. I have been getting the swelling of leg and feet, and I was wondering if I dilute the pills and mix in some hair conditioning will it still cause the swelling
Mon, 14 May 2018
Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Minoxidil usage can lead to swelling. Because its main action is vasodilation and category wise its anti hypertensive medication. It has a side effect of increasing hair growth, which we take advantage and use in alopecia but with caution. So take opinion of dermatologist for other modalities.
I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Take care.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Minoxidil usage can lead to swelling. Because its main action is vasodilation and category wise its anti hypertensive medication. It has a side effect of increasing hair growth, which we take advantage and use in alopecia but with caution. So take opinion of dermatologist for other modalities.
I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Take care.
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