subject: Hairy Tales Of Rogaine Side Effects [print this page] Although various communities in the medical as well as beauty arena tout the product as a recommended solution to ones balding plight, Rogaine side effects are aplenty if one bothers to look them up. Perhaps they may not be evident for every user. However, it is still noteworthy to keep oneself informed on possible consequences of adopting the product into ones lifestyle.
Easily obtained over the counter, it is best to read the back of the packaging before heading towards the cashier. Applied in a topical manner, its alcohol content may cause skin dryness resulting in irritation. Normal and sensitive scalps are thus subject to possible dandruff breakout and skin abrasion caused by excessive scratching. Since hair loss and growth is kept in check so long as one maintains continual usage, this is possibly a life-long inconvenience to contend with. Once a Rogaine user, always a Rogaine user is quite a hefty a price to pay.
To inject a note of black humor, unplanned hair growth may occur in areas other than the intended. Oft times, this is caused by lack of care when applying the product. To avoid hairy ears and furry foreheads, it is best to stay within the target area and not stray afar.
Since the active ingredient in this product initially made its debut to treat blood pressure problems, Rogaine side effects may include the inadvertent induction of irregular heart rhythms, dizziness and respiratory difficulties. If one is taking medications prescribed by his or her doctor, it is advisable to seek advice before applying this product. Otherwise, it may be the makings of a lethal cocktail of chemicals. Other symptoms include swelling of the face and limbs due to fluid retention as well as rapid weight gain. To top it off, some may even experience a decrease in their sexual drive.
Before adding a bottle to ones shopping cart, this is certainly food for thought when contemplating hair loss and growth.