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Hairex 10% Lotion, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Hairex 10% Lotion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Hairex 10% Lotion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Hairex 10% Lotion are Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Hairex 10% Lotion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Hairex 10% Lotion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Hairex 10% Lotion's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Hairex 10% Lotion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hairex 10% Lotion related warnings section.
Hairex 10% Lotion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Hairex 10% Lotion in conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina.
Drug reaction of Hairex 10% Lotion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hairex 10% Lotion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Hairex 10% Lotion 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 Hairex 10% Lotion safe for pregnant women?
Hairex should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Hairex 10% Lotion safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Hairex. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Hairex 10% Lotion on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Hairex on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hairex 10% Lotion on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Hairex on the liver, information on safety of Hairex for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Hairex 10% Lotion on the Heart?
Hairex is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hairex 10% Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hairex 10% Lotion habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Hairex 10% Lotion is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Hairex 10% Lotion as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Hairex 10% Lotion only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hairex 10% Lotion is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hairex 10% Lotion
Taking Hairex 10% Lotion with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hairex 10% Lotion
Taking Hairex 10% Lotion with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Hairex may cause temporary hair loss for up to 2 weeks initially after starting of the treatment in few cases only. This is due to hair shifting from the resting phase to the growth phase. Consider this as a sign that your old hairs are falling so that new hairs can regrow in their place. If the hair loss continues for more than 2 weeks then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Hairex might make hair thicker. A clinical study has found that it can increase the diameter of the hair but the results cannot be generalized on everyone.
Hairex 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 Hairex works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
Yes, Hairex can be used with oil. Oil must be applied after 2-4 hours of the application of Hairex so that it can be absorbed by the skin. If you apply oil soon after applying Hairex then it might affect the absorption of this drug from the site of application.
Yes, Hairex 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.
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)