Minoxidil (5% w/v)
Minotreat 5% Lotion should only be applied directly to the scalp area in the amount and in the way specified on the label or by your doctor. Clean and dry your scalp before using it. It may take approximately 2- 4 months before you notice any hair growth. The first growth may be soft, colourless, and barely visible. Using more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may increase the likelihood of side effects. This medication must be used continuously to maintain hair growth. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsen after using it for 4 to 6 months.The most common side effects of this medicine include itching, excessive hair growth, rash, and dermatitis. In case of accidental application in other areas, it may result in unwanted hair growth. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water if you get it in your eyes, mouth, or broken skin. Talk to your doctor if you are bothered by the side effects or if they do not go away.People under 18 or over 65 should not usually use Minotreat 5% Lotion. It may also not be appropriate if your hair loss is due to medications (such as chemotherapy) or any nutritional deficiency. You should also not use this medicine if you have high blood pressure or use other creams or lotions to treat other scalp conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disease or blood circulation problems.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Minotreat
60 ml Lotion
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This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Minotreat 5% Lotion is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels. Therefore, when it is applied to the scalp, it helps to increase blood flow. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicles, which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. This is how it works to treat your alopecia (hair loss).
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Minotreat 5% Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Minotreat 5% Lotion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Minotreat 5% Lotion is not recommended for use in women.
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You have to continue applying Minotreat 5% Lotion for continued hair growth. If you stop using Minotreat 5% Lotion, the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.
Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Minotreat 5% Lotion. You need to use Minotreat 5% Lotion for 4 months to see its effects.
No, it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Minotreat 5% Lotion. However, if you shampoo your hair, make sure your scalp is dry before using Minotreat 5% Lotion.
The general recommendation is that Minotreat 5% Lotion should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
No, Minotreat 5% Lotion should not be used for beard growth. It is indicated only for growth of hair on scalp in patients with a family history of hair loss.
