Exidil 5% Solution: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Exidil Benefits & Uses

Exidil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Exidil 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

Exidil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Exidil is used -

Moderate

Edema

Mild

Breast pain

Common

Flushing
Bloating or fullness
Swelling
Weight gain
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Exidil Related Warnings

Is the use of Exidil safe for pregnant women?

Exidil shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Exidil safe during breastfeeding?

Exidil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Exidil on the Kidneys?

Using Exidil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Exidil on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Exidil on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Exidil with Other Drugs

Exidil 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

Exidil Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Exidil

Is this Exidil habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Exidil is addictive.

No
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 Exidil can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Exidil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Exidil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Exidil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Exidil

You can take Exidil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Exidil

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Exidil

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Exidil for frontal hair loss?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Exidil 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 5 years ago

Is Exidil safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Exidil 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Exidil regrow hair?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes Exidil can regrow hair by stimulating the hair follicles growth and increase the blood flow in the skin on the applied area. It might take at least 3-4 months to regrow hair.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Exidil cause chest pain?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Exidil may cause chest pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing chest pain after using this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Exidil cause itching?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Exidil 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.