Priyanka Joshi Priyanka Joshi Asked 6 months ago

Does minoxidil cause weight gain?

My friend started using Minoxidil for her hair fall, and she mentioned she feels like she's gained a bit of weight since. I'm wondering if it's a known side effect. Does Minoxidil cause weight gain?

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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There's no way applying minoxidil on your scalp makes you gain fat. If you are noticing any weight change, it might just be a bit of temporary water retention or changes in your daily calorie intake. Keep working out and don't sweat it.

Swati Deshmukh Swati Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Not at all! Minoxidil is just for hair regrowth and won't affect your scale. Just enjoy your hair journey and keep active daily!

Gurbachan Singh Gurbachan Singh Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Beta, these modern lotions do not cause weight gain. If your body is swelling up, it could be a sign of some other internal issue. Drink cumin water in the morning and consult your family doctor for a routine checkup.

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Meghna Roy Meghna Roy Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

I completely understand how stressful it is to deal with hair loss and then worry about side effects like weight gain. I felt so anxious when starting minoxidil, but thankfully my weight remained completely fine. Take a deep breath, you are not alone in this.

Rajesh Kulkarni Rajesh Kulkarni Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Minoxidil was actually used as a blood pressure medicine in oral form long ago, which sometimes caused fluid retention. But the topical spray we use on hair rarely causes such systemic issues. Just keep an eye on your salt intake and get your BP checked regularly.

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Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Ghar ka khana khao aur thoda walk karo, koi weight nahi badhega. Minoxidil is just a small spray for the scalp. We often overthink these things and blame medicines for our own lazy habits.

Aiswarya Ram Aiswarya Ram Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I've been using minoxidil 2% for almost six months now and my weight hasn't changed at all. Don't worry, it doesn't cause weight gain. Just make sure to wash your hands properly after applying it.

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