Tm 5: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tm 5 Benefits & Uses

Tm 5 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Tm 5 Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group

Dosage

Tm 5 Related Warnings

Is the use of Tm 5 safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tm 5. If you are pregnant, do not take Tm 5 without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tm 5 safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tm 5. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Tm 5 on the Kidneys?

Tm 5 is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tm 5 on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Tm 5 on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Tm 5 will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tm 5 on the Heart?

Tm 5 has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tm 5 with Other Drugs

Tm 5 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Tm 5 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tm 5 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Tm 5

Is this Tm 5 habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tm 5.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tm 5 you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Tm 5 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Tm 5 in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Tm 5 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tm 5

Taking Tm 5 with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tm 5

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tm 5 as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tm 5

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Tm 5 for frontal hair loss?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Tm 5 may be used for frontal hair loss but it gives much better results if the drug is used on the upper head or crown.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Tm 5 for telogen effluvium (temporary thinning of due to stress)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tm 5 might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Tm 5 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Tm 5 safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Tm 5 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Tm 5 work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tm 5 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 Tm 5 works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Tm 5 without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Tm 5 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)