Minoxil 5% (Scalp Solution)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 600.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Minoxidil |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of androgenic alopecia in males and females
- Stabilization of hair loss in patients with androgenic alopecia
- Treatment of alopecia areata
Pharmacology
- Stimulation of hair growth
- Increase in oxygen, blood, and nutrients supply to hair follicles
- Widening of blood vessels
- Inhibition of androgen hormone affecting hair follicles
- Topical application absorption rate
- Metabolism and excretion process
Dosage & Administration
- External use only
- Application on clean and dry hair and scalp
- Twice daily application at 12-hour intervals
- Total daily application dose not to exceed 2 ml
- Recommended duration of application
- Hand washing after application
Interaction
- Contraindication with certain topical agents
- Potential for potentiating orthostatic hypotension
Contraindications
- Patients with cardiac abnormalities
- Children below 18 years of age
- Contraindication with occlusive dressings or other scalp medicines
- Contraindication with red, inflamed, irritated, or painful scalp
Side Effects
- Minor dermatological reactions
- Possible occurrence of dermatitis or hypertrichosis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contraindication during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Likelihood of causing scalp irritation
- Recommendation to stop use if scalp irritation occurs or worsens
Overdose Effects
- Potential systemic absorption with higher-than-recommended doses
- Signs and symptoms of overdosage
- Management of fluid retention and tachycardia
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to the class of other scalp preparations
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry storage
- Protection from light
- Keep out of reach of children