Imxia 5 Solution, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Imxia 5 Solution has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Imxia 5 Solution depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Imxia 5 Solution also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Imxia 5 Solution side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Imxia 5 Solution go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Imxia 5 Solution's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Imxia 5 Solution has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Imxia 5 Solution related warnings section.
Imxia 5 Solution can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Imxia 5 Solution in conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina.
Besides this, Imxia 5 Solution may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Imxia 5 Solution is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Imxia 5 Solution is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Imxia 5 Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Imxia 5 Solution safe for pregnant women?
Imxia shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Imxia 5 Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Imxia may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Imxia should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Imxia 5 Solution on the Kidneys?
Imxia is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Imxia 5 Solution on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Imxia on the liver, information on safety of Imxia for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Imxia 5 Solution on the Heart?
Side effects of Imxia rarely affect the heart.
Imxia 5 Solution should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imxia 5 Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Imxia 5 Solution habit forming or addictive?
Imxia 5 Solution does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Imxia 5 Solution. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Imxia 5 Solution should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Imxia 5 Solution is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Imxia 5 Solution
Taking Imxia 5 Solution with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Imxia 5 Solution
Taking Imxia 5 Solution with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Imxia may cause acne. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of acne is not known. If you are experiencing acne after using this drug, then you are advised to use a cream containing salicylic acid.
Imxia contains minoxidil which is a vasodilator and it works by causing dilation of blood vessels which reduces the blood pressure. For hair loss, it is presumed that Imxia works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
Yes, Imxia may cause temporary hair loss for up to 2 weeks initially after starting of the treatment in few cases only. This is due to hair shifting from the resting phase to the growth phase. Consider this as a sign that your old hairs are falling so that new hairs can regrow in their place. If the hair loss continues for more than 2 weeks then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, hair growth by Imxia is not permanent. You might have to use Imxia continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
Imxia is a brand name of minoxidil and it comes in the form of oral tablets, topical gel, lotion, solution, foam, and spray. It belongs to the class of drug known as vasodilators. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of hair loss (androgenic alopecia) and oral form of Imxia is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 567
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Loniten® (minoxidil)