Hairgrow 5%5%
Scalp Lotion
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Hairgrow 5% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the develo... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Hairgrow 5% is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is no... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Hairgrow 5% belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used to promote hair growth after hereditary hair loss (male pattern baldness). It ... View More
Uses of Hairgrow 5%
- Hair loss
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Side effects of Hairgrow 5%
- Excessive hair growth on face
- Rash
- Edema (swelling)
- Skin irritation
How to use Hairgrow 5%
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Hairgrow 5% works
Hairgrow 5% is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels. Therefore, when it is applied to the scalp, it helps to in... View More
What if you forget to take Hairgrow 5%?
If you miss a dose of Hairgrow 5%, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to y... View More
- Wash your hands before and after application.
- It should only be applied directly on the scalp. If MX 5 Topical Solution accidentally comes in contact with your eyes, nose or mouth, flush the area th... View More
- Do not shampoo your hair or use a hairdryer for 4 hours after applying MX 5 Topical Solution as it can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
- During the first 2 weeks of application, your hair fall may increase. This is normal and is a sign that MX 5 Topical Solution is working.
- Take care that MX 5 Topical Solution does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.
Indication
Male pattern baldness, Alopecia androgenetica
Administration
Hair and scalp should be thoroughly dry prior to topical application of Minoxidil. A dose of 1 ml Minoxidil cutaneous solution should be applied to the ... View More
Adult Dose
Androgenetic Alopecia Male: Apply 1 mL of 2% or 5% solution to affected areas of scalp BID; no more than 2 ml in 24 hours Female: Apply 1 mL of 2% s... View More
Child Dose
<18 years old: Safety & efficacy not established
Contraindication
Minoxidil topical solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Minoxidil or any of the other ingredients in the formula... View More
Mode of Action
Minoxidil is an antihypertensive with direct vasodilating property. It reduces elevated BP accompanied by reflex tachycardia, increased cardiac output a... View More
Precaution
Before using Minoxidil, the user should determine that the scalp is normal and healthy. Patients with known cardiovascular disease or cardiac arrhythmia... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Allergic contact dermatitis (7.4%),Tendonitis (2.6%) Frequency Not Defined Irritation,Burning,Erythema at site of application,May see systemi... View More
Interaction
Topical: Absorption may be increased with corticosteroids, retinoids, occlusive ointment bases. Potentially Fatal: Severe orthostatic hypotension may... View More
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