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Pilomin(Pal) 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.
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Is the use of Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Pilomin(Pal) has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pilomin(Pal) without medical advice.
Is the use of Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Pilomin(Pal). It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
Pilomin(Pal) is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution on the Liver?
Information about safety of Pilomin(Pal) for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution on the Heart?
Pilomin(Pal) has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution
Taking Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution
Consuming Pilomin(Pal) 5% Solution with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Pilomin(Pal) 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 Pilomin(Pal) works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
Yes, Pilomin(Pal) might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Pilomin(Pal) is only approved for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and you are advised to consult with a doctor first before using this drug for telogen effluvium.
No, Pilomin(Pal) 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.
Usually, Pilomin(Pal) is given for 4 months. Use Pilomin(Pal) as directed by your doctor.
Yes, Pilomin(Pal) 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.
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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)
