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Tugain 5% Gel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Other than this, Tugain 5% Gel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Tugain 5% Gel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Tugain 5% Gel include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Tugain 5% Gel have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tugain 5% Gel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Tugain 5% Gel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Tugain 5% Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tugain 5% Gel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Tugain 5% Gel may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Tugain 5% Gel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Tugain 5% Gel 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 Tugain 5% Gel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tugain. If you are pregnant, do not take Tugain without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tugain 5% Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Tugain should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Kidneys?
Tugain does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Tugain on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tugain on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tugain 5% Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tugain 5% Gel habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tugain 5% Gel.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tugain 5% Gel, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tugain 5% Gel can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tugain 5% Gel should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tugain 5% Gel in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tugain 5% Gel
It is safe to take Tugain 5% Gel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tugain 5% Gel
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tugain 5% Gel as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Tugain might be used for bread growth. Although Tugain is approved only for the treatment of androgenic alopecia (hair loss) but a clinical study has found that Tugain is very effective for bread enhancement by increasing hair counts.
No, Tugain 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 Tugain from the next day of the procedure or as advised by your doctor.
No, hair growth by Tugain is not permanent. You might have to use Tugain continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
Yes, Tugain may cause acne. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of acne is not known. If you are experiencing acne after using this drug, then you are advised to use a cream containing salicylic acid.
Tugain 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 Tugain works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
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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)
