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Coverit 5% Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Coverit 5% Solution have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Coverit 5% Solution. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Coverit 5% Solution include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coverit 5% Solution can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Coverit 5% Solution go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Coverit 5% Solution's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Coverit 5% Solution related warnings talks about Coverit 5% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina must refrain from the use of Coverit 5% Solution since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Coverit 5% Solution have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Coverit 5% Solution is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Coverit 5% Solution 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Coverit 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Coverit has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Coverit without medical advice.
Is the use of Coverit 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Coverit. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Coverit 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
Coverit is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Coverit 5% Solution on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Coverit on the liver, information on safety of Coverit for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Coverit 5% Solution on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Coverit on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coverit 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coverit 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Coverit 5% Solution is addictive.
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 Coverit 5% Solution can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Coverit 5% Solution only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Coverit 5% Solution cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Coverit 5% Solution
Taking Coverit 5% Solution with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coverit 5% Solution
Consuming Coverit 5% Solution with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Coverit 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.
No, Coverit should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, hair growth by Coverit is not permanent. You might have to use Coverit continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
No, Coverit is not a steroid. It contains minoxidil which is an antihypertensive vasodilator that is used in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and management of severe hypertension.
Yes, Coverit might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Coverit 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.
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)