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Maxihair 5% Solution, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Maxihair 5% Solution have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Maxihair 5% Solution depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Maxihair 5% Solution include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Maxihair 5% Solution as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Maxihair 5% Solution 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 Maxihair 5% Solution has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Maxihair 5% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina must refrain from the use of Maxihair 5% Solution since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Additionally, Maxihair 5% Solution may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Maxihair 5% Solution is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Maxihair 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 Maxihair 5% Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Maxihair 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Maxihair shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Maxihair 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Maxihair may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Maxihair should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Maxihair 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Maxihair on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maxihair 5% Solution on the Liver?
Side effects of Maxihair on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Maxihair 5% Solution on the Heart?
Maxihair may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maxihair 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maxihair 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
Maxihair 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 Maxihair 5% Solution. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Maxihair 5% Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Maxihair 5% Solution in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Maxihair 5% Solution
You can take Maxihair 5% Solution with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxihair 5% Solution
Consumption of alcohol and Maxihair 5% Solution together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Maxihair 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.
No, hair growth by Maxihair is not permanent. You might have to use Maxihair continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
Yes, Maxihair may cause chest pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing chest pain after using this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Maxihair 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.
Maxihair 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 Maxihair is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).
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