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Minotress is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Minotress depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Minotress 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.
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Is the use of Minotress safe for pregnant women?
Minotress can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Minotress safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Minotress may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Minotress should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Minotress on the Kidneys?
Minotress does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Minotress on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Minotress on the liver, information on safety of Minotress for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Minotress on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Minotress on the heart have been reported.
Minotress 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 Minotress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minotress habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Minotress has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Minotress you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Minotress only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Minotress is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Minotress
It is safe to take Minotress with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minotress
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Minotress as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Minotress is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug at therapeutic doses such as irritation and burning sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Minotress might be used for bread growth. Although Minotress is approved only for the treatment of androgenic alopecia (hair loss) but a clinical study has found that Minotress is very effective for bread enhancement by increasing hair counts.
No, Minotress should not be used on the same day of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment because the scalp has been injected with activated platelets. Hence, the use of any topical substance up to 24 hours of the procedure is not recommended by dermatologists. You can continue use Minotress from the next day of the procedure or as advised by your doctor.
Yes, Minotress 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 Minotress 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.
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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)
