Perspective, Clin Dermatol Res J Vol: 8 Issue: 1

Serious Adverse Effects from Compounding Errors with Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia Treatment

¹Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai, 600036, India

*Corresponding Author: Thulsiram Gantala
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai, 600036, India
E-mail: gantala@gmail.com

Received date: 24 February, 2023, Manuscript No. CDRJ-23-93427;

Editor assigned date: 27 February, 2023, Pre QC No. CDRJ-23-93427(PQ);

Reviewed date: 14 March, 2023, QC No. CDRJ-23-93427;

Revised date: 22 March, 2023, Manuscript No. CDRJ-23-93427(R);

Published date: 30 March, 2023, DOI: 10. 4172/2576-1439.1000192

Citation: Gantala T(2022) Serious Adverse Effects from Compounding Errors with Low- Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia Treatment. J Def Stud Resour Manage 11:1.

Description

Low-dose oral minoxidil has been used as an alternative treatment for alopecia, or hair loss, but compounding errors can lead to serious adverse effects. Minoxidil is typically used topically for hair growth, but when taken orally at high doses, it can cause significant side effects, including rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, fluid buildup, and liver damage. Compounding errors, such as using the wrong dose or diluting the medication inappropriately, can increase the risk of these adverse effects. Additionally, compounding minoxidil can also lead to inconsistent dosing, which can affect its efficacy and increase the risk of adverse effects. It is important to note that the use of lowdose oral minoxidil for alopecia treatment is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has not been well studied. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional before using this treatment, and to only use medications that are manufactured and approved by the FDA.

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These conditions can be challenging to live with, but effective treatments are available to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. It's important to work with a doctor to develop a treatment plan that's right for you. Compounding errors with low-dose oral minoxidil for alopecia treatment can result in serious adverse effects, and the use of this treatment should be approached with caution. It is recommended to consult a healthcare professional and only use FDA-approved medications to minimize the risk of adverse effects.