Is Rogaine safe to use long term?

Question

I have been using Rogaine for over 2 years with no known side effects, but I found some information online that minoxidille can cause heart problems. Does that apply to Rogaine or is that just for oral Minoxidile? Considering to keep the results, you have to keep using Rogaine, I was just wondering if it was safe to use this long term?

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Rogaine(Minoxidil) has been used for hair loss for decades.It is a very safe medication with the most common side effect being irritation of the scalp.Minoxidil itself is a medication that was used to control blood pressure in people with hypertension.As such if enough is absorbed from the scalp it can lower the blood pressure(can get lightheaded) or sometimes cause a little "flutter" in the heartbeat.However,it doe not cause serious heart problems.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Rogaine is considered safe, if used as directed. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Carrie Houssock, MD · Answer

If you have not had any symptoms thus far, you will most likely continue to tolerate it well without any added risks.

Lisa E. Ishii, MD · Answer

Rogaine is safe to use long term.  It is safe for you to continue using this product if you have not noticed any side effects at this point.

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

Rogaine is considered a safe medication. However, I would recommend the revolutionary  treatment known as PRP, or “Platelet Rich Plasma” as an adjunctive therapy, as It has been shown to be very safe and effective for hair loss for both men and women.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

Rogaine does contain minoxidil and it is safe to use it for a long time . İf it does not cause any side effect on your skn untill now you may keep to use it safely .

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

IF you have been using minoxidil for 2 years and you are not having problems with it now, don't worry about it.

Is Rogaine safe to use long term?

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