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Minoxy 5% Solution is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. The alternative uses of Minoxy 5% Solution have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Minoxy 5% Solution depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Minoxy 5% Solution also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Minoxy 5% Solution side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Minoxy 5% Solution normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Minoxy 5% Solution's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Minoxy 5% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Minoxy 5% Solution is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Minoxy 5% Solution have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Minoxy 5% Solution, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Minoxy 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 Minoxy 5% Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Minoxy 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minoxy. If you are pregnant, do not take Minoxy without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Minoxy 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Minoxy. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Minoxy 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Minoxy on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Minoxy 5% Solution on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Minoxy on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Minoxy 5% Solution on the Heart?
Minoxy may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Minoxy 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 Minoxy 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minoxy 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
Minoxy 5% Solution does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Minoxy 5% Solution as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Minoxy 5% Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Minoxy 5% Solution is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Minoxy 5% Solution
Taking Minoxy 5% Solution with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minoxy 5% Solution
Taking Minoxy 5% Solution with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Minoxy 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.
Yes, Minoxy may be used for frontal hair loss but it gives much better results if the drug is used on the upper head or crown.
Yes, Minoxy can be used with oil. Oil must be applied after 2-4 hours of the application of Minoxy so that it can be absorbed by the skin. If you apply oil soon after applying Minoxy then it might affect the absorption of this drug from the site of application.
Yes, Minoxy 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.
Minoxy 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 Minoxy is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).
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