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Lonit 5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Lonit 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lonit 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Lonit 5 Tablet include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lonit 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lonit 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Lonit 5 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Lonit 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lonit 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Lonit 5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Lonit 5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lonit 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lonit 5 Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lonit 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lonit. If you are pregnant, do not take Lonit without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lonit 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lonit. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lonit 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Lonit does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lonit 5 Tablet on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lonit on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Lonit 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Lonit has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lonit 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lonit 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lonit 5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lonit 5 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lonit 5 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lonit 5 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lonit 5 Tablet
Taking Lonit 5 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lonit 5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lonit 5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Lonit 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 Lonit works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
Usually, Lonit is given for 4 months. Use Lonit as directed by your doctor.
No, Lonit is not a steroid. It contains minoxidil which is an antihypertensive vasodilator that is used in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and management of severe hypertension.
Yes, Lonit may cause itching. Itching is one of the symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis which might be caused by the use of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to the undesirable response of the immune system of the body towards this drug and this side effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Lonit 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 Lonit is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).
This medicine data has been created by -
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)