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Scino is a prescription drug, available for use as Solution. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Scino have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Scino. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Scino also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Scino have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Scino normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Scino has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Scino's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Scino related warnings section.
Scino is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Scino have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Scino is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Scino 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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Is the use of Scino safe for pregnant women?
Scino can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Scino safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Scino. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Scino on the Kidneys?
Scino is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Scino on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Scino on the liver, information on safety of Scino for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Scino on the Heart?
Scino is rarely harmful for the heart.
Scino 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 Scino unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Scino habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Scino has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Scino can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Scino is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Scino is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Scino
Taking Scino with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Scino
Taking Scino with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Scino might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Scino 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, Scino 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.
Usually, Scino is given for 4 months. Use Scino as directed by your doctor.
Yes, Scino 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.
Yes, Scino 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.
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)