Comments on: Does Minoxidil for hair loss cause sexual side effects? http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/ Sponsored by the Hair Loss Learning Center.org Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:14:05 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: john http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-17082 john Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:09:47 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-17082 how does minoxil smell? how does minoxil smell?

]]> By: shar http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-17053 shar Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:28:15 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-17053 I am a 41 year old woman who has been using 5% Rogaine foam. And I agree with Julie and Stu. My libido is through the roof. It's very distracting and I have empathy for teenage boys. I thought it was just hormones or adjusting to being divorced. My face is definitely puffy and unclear. But the libido is keeping me awake at night searching the internet for answers. After reading the comments I will probably stop too. I've got to do something at work besides think about sex all day. I am a 41 year old woman who has been using 5% Rogaine foam. And I agree with Julie and Stu. My libido is through the roof. It’s very distracting and I have empathy for teenage boys. I thought it was just hormones or adjusting to being divorced.
My face is definitely puffy and unclear. But the libido is keeping me awake at night searching the internet for answers. After reading the comments I will probably stop too. I’ve got to do something at work besides think about sex all day.

]]> By: David aka - TakingthePlunge http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16899 David aka - TakingthePlunge Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:46:55 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16899 Anon and Others, While there are reports online of men attributing erectile dysfunction to Rogaine (minoxidil), this is not a documented side effect and there are no studies correlating the two. Erectile dysfunction can result from physical issues, psychological issues or a combination of the two. In fact, the list of possible causes is quite long. I recommend that anyone experiencing such symptoms seek medical advice, keeping in mind that medical tests may not identify a psychological cause. David Anon and Others,

While there are reports online of men attributing erectile dysfunction to Rogaine (minoxidil), this is not a documented side effect and there are no studies correlating the two.

Erectile dysfunction can result from physical issues, psychological issues or a combination of the two. In fact, the list of possible causes is quite long. I recommend that anyone experiencing such symptoms seek medical advice, keeping in mind that medical tests may not identify a psychological cause.

David

]]> By: Anon http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16864 Anon Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:15:53 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16864 I started using rogaine on january 2006 using the 2% topical solution i then moved to 5% thats when things went wrong, come july 2006. I started getting ED, out of my stupidity i didnt put it together that rogaine had caused impotence. I continued using it for another 8 months or so then pulled the plug as more and more stories came about online about it doing this. I have been to doctors had blood tests all back normal been referred to various things but nothing they can do as of such. And to this day 15 Jan 2012 im still not fully recovered from side effects of rogaine. Things have improved a bit but not to what it used to be, i wish i had never taken it. I warn others not to do it, its nice having hair but not at the cost of sex life. I started using rogaine on january 2006 using the 2% topical solution i then moved to 5% thats when things went wrong, come july 2006. I started getting ED, out of my stupidity i didnt put it together that rogaine had caused impotence. I continued using it for another 8 months or so then pulled the plug as more and more stories came about online about it doing this. I have been to doctors had blood tests all back normal been referred to various things but nothing they can do as of such. And to this day 15 Jan 2012 im still not fully recovered from side effects of rogaine. Things have improved a bit but not to what it used to be, i wish i had never taken it. I warn others not to do it, its nice having hair but not at the cost of sex life.

]]> By: Paul http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16849 Paul Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:04:40 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16849 Well, I came across this page, as I was researching the sexual effects of minoxidil. You see, I am 54 and have been having problems with erections since I turned 50. Recently, I started using generic minoxidil after seeing a recent photo of myself from the rear. My hair was thinning on the crown and I started the minoxidil treatment ASAP. Shortly afterwards, I noticed a stirring down there. I noticed my penis appeared to be thicker, like it used to be and I woke up with strong erections like I used to. I have read that minoxidil has been used to treat ED, when applied to the penis. I've only put it on my head. It has only been a week, but I am eager to see what prolonged use can do. Many people seem to blame minoxidil for their sexual dysfunction, though it has be documented to do the opposite. I think these people need to consider other causes for this problem, and not blame the drug. If you are losing hair, their is the issue of your age to consider. Men do have problems with hair loss and ED when they hit middle age. No coincidence there! Well, I came across this page, as I was researching the sexual effects of minoxidil. You see, I am 54 and have been having problems with erections since I turned 50. Recently, I started using generic minoxidil after seeing a recent photo of myself from the rear. My hair was thinning on the crown and I started the minoxidil treatment ASAP. Shortly afterwards, I noticed a stirring down there. I noticed my penis appeared to be thicker, like it used to be and I woke up with strong erections like I used to. I have read that minoxidil has been used to treat ED, when applied to the penis. I’ve only put it on my head. It has only been a week, but I am eager to see what prolonged use can do.
Many people seem to blame minoxidil for their sexual dysfunction, though it has be documented to do the opposite. I think these people need to consider other causes for this problem, and not blame the drug. If you are losing hair, their is the issue of your age to consider. Men do have problems with hair loss and ED when they hit middle age. No coincidence there!

]]> By: Jonny http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16822 Jonny Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:50:26 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16822 I used it for 1 week and noticed that I have subnormal erection. Please apply castor oil mixed with coconut or mustard oil and heat it and massage the same on your scalp. Leave it overnight and you will get good hair. Say Yes to SEX LIFE & NO NO NO NO to ED ;-) I used it for 1 week and noticed that I have subnormal erection. Please apply castor oil mixed with coconut or mustard oil and heat it and massage the same on your scalp. Leave it overnight and you will get good hair. Say Yes to SEX LIFE & NO NO NO NO to ED ;-)

]]> By: Blake aka - FutureHTDoc http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16791 Blake aka - FutureHTDoc Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:09:28 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16791 RM, In theory, as soon as the minoxidil is clear of your system, any potential side effects should disappear. However, if any of these issues are caused by a source outside of the medication (such as a psychological stressor), the effects could persist and should be evaluated by a physician. I hope this helps. Blake (Future_HT_Doc) Editorial Assistant RM,

In theory, as soon as the minoxidil is clear of your system, any potential side effects should disappear. However, if any of these issues are caused by a source outside of the medication (such as a psychological stressor), the effects could persist and should be evaluated by a physician.

I hope this helps.

Blake (Future_HT_Doc)
Editorial Assistant

]]> By: RM http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16782 RM Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:13:26 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16782 I took 5% the last 4 days and am experiencing the side effects. Takes forever to get an erection, and when I finally get one its not that hard and goes away quickly. I was perfectly fine sexually 4 days ago before I started the treatment. The last time I took it was this morning and will NEVER be taking it again. Im 22 years old and need to have my sex life back. How long until I see improvements?? I took 5% the last 4 days and am experiencing the side effects. Takes forever to get an erection, and when I finally get one its not that hard and goes away quickly. I was perfectly fine sexually 4 days ago before I started the treatment. The last time I took it was this morning and will NEVER be taking it again. Im 22 years old and need to have my sex life back. How long until I see improvements??

]]> By: Mohd http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16643 Mohd Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:53:21 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16643 I have done so much research before planning to use hair regrowth formulas and found out that Propecia causes sexual side efects and minoxidil does not, I am on minoxidil for past 5 days but only time will tell I guess... I have done so much research before planning to use hair regrowth formulas and found out that Propecia causes sexual side efects and minoxidil does not, I am on minoxidil for past 5 days but only time will tell I guess…

]]> By: Vin http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/comment-page-2/#comment-16550 Vin Wed, 14 Dec 2011 23:19:30 +0000 http://www.regrowhair.com/general-hair-loss-topics/common-questions/does-minoxidil-cause-sexual-side-effects/#comment-16550 I am 32 years old and I was on propecia,rogaine, hair and nail vitamins, biotin, choline and Inostol,Niacin, saw palmetto berries..Vitamins you name it. I am single, and I have been having soft erections,less semen after ejaculation, and no hard ons throughout the day. Ladies and gentelman get real we all get older. And I recently me a young lady who I am very sexual compatible with and we are having sex like monkeys. 3x a day for the past 6 months no problems what so ever now. It is 75% mental and the rest maybe the drugs. I am still just on Rogaine I ran out of propecia and was thinking about getting dutasteride after I researched you grow more hair with a lower dosage then propecia. Just .5 mg of dusteride is comparible to 2.5 of propecia. I know i wont have a proble. And for a while I was an was getting EXTREMELLY nervous. Change up your sexual patter, bring new life in bed, or try jerking off to see if it gets hard and the erection can stay. You will 100% know then. I am 32 years old and I was on propecia,rogaine, hair and nail vitamins, biotin, choline and Inostol,Niacin, saw palmetto berries..Vitamins you name it. I am single, and I have been having soft erections,less semen after ejaculation, and no hard ons throughout the day. Ladies and gentelman get real we all get older. And I recently me a young lady who I am very sexual compatible with and we are having sex like monkeys. 3x a day for the past 6 months no problems what so ever now. It is 75% mental and the rest maybe the drugs. I am still just on Rogaine I ran out of propecia and was thinking about getting dutasteride after I researched you grow more hair with a lower dosage then propecia. Just .5 mg of dusteride is comparible to 2.5 of propecia. I know i wont have a proble. And for a while I was an was getting EXTREMELLY nervous. Change up your sexual patter, bring new life in bed, or try jerking off to see if it gets hard and the erection can stay. You will 100% know then.

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