Chekfall 5%: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chekfall 5% Benefits & Uses

Chekfall 5% is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Chekfall 5% Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Chekfall 5% Related Warnings

Is the use of Chekfall 5% safe for pregnant women?

Chekfall 5% should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Chekfall 5% safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Chekfall 5%. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Chekfall 5% on the Kidneys?

Chekfall 5% is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Chekfall 5% on the Liver?

Side effects of Chekfall 5% on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Chekfall 5% on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Chekfall 5% on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Chekfall 5% with Other Drugs

Chekfall 5% should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Chekfall 5% Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chekfall 5% unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Chekfall 5%

Is this Chekfall 5% habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Chekfall 5% has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Chekfall 5% can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Chekfall 5% is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Chekfall 5% is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Chekfall 5% Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chekfall 5%

It is safe to take Chekfall 5% with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chekfall 5%

Consuming Chekfall 5% with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Chekfall 5%

Question over 5 years ago

What is Chekfall 5%?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Chekfall 5% 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 Chekfall 5% is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question over 5 years ago

Can Chekfall 5% regrow hair?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes Chekfall 5% can regrow hair by stimulating the hair follicles growth and increase the blood flow in the skin on the applied area. It might take at least 3-4 months to regrow hair.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Chekfall 5% make hair thicker?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chekfall 5% might make hair thicker. A clinical study has found that it can increase the diameter of the hair but the results cannot be generalized on everyone.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Chekfall 5%?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Apply 1ml of Chekfall 5% on the dried affected area of the head two times in a day or as advised by your doctor. The oral form of Chekfall 5% has to be once daily with or without the food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Chekfall 5% without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Chekfall 5% is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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)