Using Minoxidil after undergoing a hair transplant procedure, I am experiencing palpitations (loud heartbeats), is there any problem?

3 min readMay 24, 2023

Different questions related to baldness, hair grafts, hair loss, hair transplant procedures and medical treatments for hair loss are being raised by patients now and then, including the followers of Dr John Watts, who keep flooding his series of hugely popular educational videos on his popular YouTube channel with queries related to different hair issues.

In this video session, Hyderabad’s noted dermatologist & trichologist and one of the Best Hair Transplant Surgeons in Hyderabad, Dr John Watts answers select questions on hair medications and the consequences arising out of Minoxidil use and other related questions. He has performed over 2000+ hair transplant surgeries successfully.

Mahendranath Reddy asks: Sir, I had undergone a hair transplant procedure two months ago. I have noticed loud heartbeats (Palpitations) after using Minoxidil post the hair transplant procedure. I do not know if this is happening out of fear or due to the use of Minoxidil. When I used Minoxidil before the surgery I had no such issues. Please explain.

In response to the above queries by Mahendranath Reddy, Dr John Watts explained that palpitation can be caused by different reasons. it is possible that fear and anxiety can trigger palpitation.

“This can be ruled out by consulting either a psychologist or a psychiatrist. But, if the problem persists, one must immediately stop using Minoxidil and immediately consult one’s hair transplant surgeon for alternative hair medications or treatment protocol,” advised Dr John Watts.

For alternative medications, Dr John Watts suggested Mahendranath Reddy can use Densita, Redensyl or Procapil serum for the hair. “Simultaneously, you should also consult a heart specialist to rule out any cardiac issues,” advised Dr John Watts to the patient.

B Naveen asks: Sir, I cannot stand exposure to the sun for 15 minutes. It immediately causes itching on my scalp. What should I do? Please explain.

In response to the above query by Naveen, Dr John Watts said that some people are sensitive to exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet and infrared rays. “Though people of the Indian sub-continent have their skin conditioned to withstand sun exposure, some people find it difficult as their skin is very sensitive to the rays of the sun. Such people may experience itching-like issues,” informed Dr John Watts.

He told Naveen that the best solution for him is to avoid exposure to the sun by taking a cover using a hard object like a cap or a hat. For women with the same problem, he suggested they use a stole.

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