Hair loss treatment: Topical application of Minoxidil may cause hypotension
Adults hoping to regain a bouncing bouffant must apply 1ml of Minoxidil, twice daily, to the scalp. Improvements should be seen within the year of application, but also pay attention if it’s causing hypotension. Hypotension is the medical term to describe low blood pressure – a blood pressure reading less than 90/60mmHg. Minoxidil is also a drug used to treat severe hypertension (i.e. high blood pressure).
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute said: “Many systems of the body, including organs, hormones, and nerves, regulate blood pressure.”
Issues with the autonomic nervous system, such as Parkinson’s disease, can also cause low blood pressure.
As there can be various underlying health conditions triggering low blood pressure, it’s best to get it checked out if you have symptoms.
When hypotension causes dizziness, or fainting, accidents can occur, causing injury to the affected person.
