Contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop potentially severe side effects while using
minoxidil (
Rogaine®). Some of these problems include but are not limited to:
- Swelling in the face, hands, legs, ankles, or feet
- Rapid heart rate
- Problems breathing (especially when lying down)
- Chest pain, or pain radiating to the neck, arm, or shoulder area
- Extreme dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.
In most cases, however, reactions to minoxidil tend to be mild and easy to treat. Some of the more common side effects include a dry, flaky, and itchy scalp.
(Click Side Effects of Minoxidil for more details on severe side effects that may require immediate medical care. This article also outlines several common reactions that may occur.)
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