Tugain Men Solution: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tugain Information

Tugain is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Solution, Spray, Lotion, Foam. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Tugain also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Tugain depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Tugain are Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Tugain have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tugain are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Tugain's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tugain's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Tugain 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.

Besides this, Tugain may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tugain is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature. Hair growth serum

Tugain Benefits & Uses
Tugain Dosage & How to Take
Tugain Side Effects
Tugain Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tugain with Other Drugs
Tugain Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tugain
Tugain Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tugain Benefits & Uses

Tugain is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Tugain 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
Adult	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Tugain Related Warnings

Is the use of Tugain 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.

Severe
Is the use of Tugain safe during breastfeeding?

Tugain should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Tugain on the Kidneys?

Tugain does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tugain on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Tugain on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tugain on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Tugain on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tugain with Other Drugs

Tugain 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

Tugain Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Tugain

Is this Tugain habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tugain.

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

After taking Tugain, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tugain can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tugain should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Tugain Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tugain

It is safe to take Tugain with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tugain

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tugain

Question over 5 years ago

Does Tugain grow beard?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Tugain after PRP (platelet-rich plasma)?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is hair growth by Tugain permanent?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, hair growth by Tugain is not permanent. You might have to use Tugain continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tugain cause acne?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Tugain work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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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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

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