I've been taking Minoxidil twice per day and lately I've been having chest pains and shortness of breath.

November 7, 2015
Asked By:exect4500 in North Hollywood, CA

Should I stop taking it or can I try to cut the dosage in half and continue on?

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December 19, 2015

Answer: If you are having shortness of breath and chest pains go see a doctor ASAP. It may be a side effect or a heart attack.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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December 19, 2015

Answer: If you are having shortness of breath and chest pains go see a doctor ASAP. It may be a side effect or a heart attack.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
December 7, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil

December 7, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil

November 10, 2015

Answer: Shortness of breath with minoxidil

November 10, 2015

Answer: Shortness of breath with minoxidil

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