Minoxidil

A common side effect is changes in the color or texture of your hair.

Some rare side effects are.

severe scalp irritation;

unwanted growth of facial hair;

chest pain, fast heartbeats;

swelling in your hands or feet, rapid weight gain;

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

headache, dizziness, confusion; or

flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).

If you notice any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately. Before starting treatment, discuss all your concerns with a doctor.

Minoxidil (Rogaine) is a vasodilator, meaning it widens the blood vessels and increases blood flow into areas of the body. Minoxidil applied to the scalp activates the walls of the blood vessels allowing more blood flow to scalp and hair follicles. This induces an early anagen phase when applied to your scalp, in turn, causes the hair follicles to accelerate through the rest of the growth phase.

Minoxidil starts showing results after the six months mark with a few or no noticeable changes in the first three months. It is recommended to use this treatment for at least a year to see the actual results of the drug.

There have been many studies that have shown the effectiveness and safety of the product. Though every man will experience different results, in some, it is very effective at regrowing hairs. In a study done in 2004 with a 5% solution of minoxidil, 62% of men experienced no increase of hair loss, while 16% had significant hair growth, and 48% had moderate hair growth.

A common side effect is changes in the color or texture of your hair.

Some rare side effects are.

severe scalp irritation;

unwanted growth of facial hair;

chest pain, fast heartbeats;

swelling in your hands or feet, rapid weight gain;

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

headache, dizziness, confusion;

flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling)

If you notice any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately. Before starting treatment, discuss all your concerns with a doctor.