Minoxidil; Frequent Questions and Answers-2

Q 2-14.
How to Diagnose Side Effects of Oral Minoxidil?

How can we find side effects of oral minoxidil therapy?

A 2-14.

Side effects of minoxidil tablets includes many kinds of serious heart diseases. Examinations of chest x-ray, electrocardiography and echocardiography are needed to detect unwanted side effects of oral minoxidil.

Symptoms such as swelling of the face and extremities, irregular heart rhythm, chest oppression and shortness of breath may suggest cardiac disorders caused by side effects of minoxidil.

People with such symptoms had better visit a cardiologist for detailed examinations. They need a medical checkup by a specialist every year.

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