Can rogaine cause irregular heart rate?
On One Hand: Rogaine Can Cause Irregular Heart RateTopical minoxidil (brand-name Rogaine), a medication used to treat some forms of hair loss, can cause a heart rate that is fast or irregular, according to the Mayo Clinic and Medline Plus.On the Other: This Side Effect is RareFast or irregular heart rate is a rare side effect of Rogaine caused by too much of the medication being absorbed by the body, according to the Mayo Clinic. Similar rare side effects include vision changes, chest pain and headache, feeling lightheaded and dizzy, fainting, flushing, numbness or swelling in the limbs and face as well as rapid weight gain.Bottom LineAlthough a rare side effect of Rogaine, irregular heart rate can occur from applying this medication.
