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I have been taking loniten which is the oral version of minoxidil and my hair has been growing an inch per month easy. But, it can have serious even fatal side effects if your not careful. I dont recommend anyone taking it for this purpose but I just thought you should know.
If you don't recommend it, why are you taking it?
Although I am no where near being bald I began to notice some difuse thinning in the area that would be typical of male pattern baldness. So, rather than be reactive to the problem when it really gets thin I am taking a proactive approach.(easier to keep than to get it back)
Here's the stats.
Male
37
widows peak developed at about age 29
noticed difuse thinning at about age 34
decided 14 months ago to treat the problem
this is what I am taking
loniten (oral minoxidil) 7.25 mg
proscar 1.25 mg
spironolactone 50 mg
The topical minoxidil 5% w/retin-a does work but, with long hair it is a hastle. If I had a buzz cut (no freakin' way) it would be good.
So, although I donot recommend the use of loniten (because you have to be very responsible regarding it's use) it is a personal choice for myself and I am happy with the results so far.
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Here are *my* concerns:
loniten (oral minoxidil) 7.25 mg
proscar 1.25 mg
spironolactone 50 mg
What drug interactions might there be? And, might that give
rise to fatal results?
OM
ASK A DOCTOR FOR AN AUTHORITATIVE OPINION !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! but my conclusions based on my research are as follows:
There are no drug interactions among these three but may interact with other medications that a person may be taking.
The drug that carries the risk factor is the Loniten-oral minoxidil. Loniten can cause salt and water retention which in extreme cases could result in congestive heart failure. At 7.25 mg. the risk is relatively inconsequential (up to 40 mg. may be prescribed for persons with severe hypertension) but, to be certain a diuretic may be used such as spironolactone. It's also recommended not to consumer more tha 1 gram of salt per day.
Furthermore: Loniten lowers blood pressure and increases pulse rate. If pulse rate is excessive a beta blocker may be prescribed. For my physiology 7.25 mg loniten does not impact my pulse rate significantly.
Any type of medication carries certain risks. Self-medication, particularly by a person who is not a physician, is dangerous. You are acting foolishly, IMHO.
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I never cease to be amazed at the personal risks people are willing to take to try to control natural processes. I just hope you don't have a family or other dependants who could be harmed by the fatal risks you're taking.