Side effects of monoxide hair regrowth treatment?

Question

I have been reading reviews on minoxidil hair regrowth treatment for a while and I have tried it as well for 60 days before I stopped because I heard of the fastest hair lost when you stop using it . But recently I have a question that I want to know the answer if someone can help .what about the effect that this product cause for man fertility. Does it affect the capacity of the sperm ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Minoxidil has not been shown to negatively impact males fertility. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert 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

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Topical minoxidil is a medication used for hair loss.  It is not known to not cause fertility problem in men.  If you are concerned it is best to discuss medication and its side effects with your doctor.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

The most common side effect of Minoxidil is local irritation of the scalp.Other side effects are ocassional fluttering of the pulse (palpitations), and increase in facial hair in women.Minoxidil should have no effect on sperm or fertility-you may be thinking of Propecia(Finasteride).

Jay Goldstein, MD · Answer

No.  Unlike this popular hair-loss drug, another drug, Finasteride is associated with a variety of side-effects on male reproduction primarily affecting libido and should not be touched by women or children but no warnings about Minoxidil have been issued to my knowledge. 60 days is not enough of a trial to determine if it works or not. You need to take Minoxidil for 3-4 months to find out. It does have side effects such as lower blood pressure and is irritating to the skin for some folks.

Parsa Mohebi, MD, FISHRS · Answer

Topical
minoxidil should not impact male fertility. 
The most common side effect of its topical use are scalp irritation,
itching, and burning.  If you use too
much you could feel dizzy, faint, or notice a irregular heartbeat.

Side effects of monoxide hair regrowth treatment?

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