Minoxidil Plus 5% Shampoo 200ml

Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

• Itching or scalp irritation
• Unwanted hair growth on other body parts
• Changes in hair color and texture

Serious Side Effects (if it enters the bloodstream):

• Chest pain
• Rapid heartbeat
• Dizziness
• Swollen hands and feet

Side Effects Frequency

• 1-10%: Allergic contact dermatitis (7.4%), Tendonitis (2.6%)
• Not Defined: Irritation, Burning, Erythema, Systemic effects (hypotension)

Quick Tips

• Consistency: Use as directed consistently for best results.
• Initial Effects: Increased hair fall may occur in the first 2 weeks, indicating the treatment is working.
• Facial Hair: Avoid letting the solution trickle onto your face to prevent unwanted hair growth.

Tips for Use

• Preparation: Ensure the scalp is clean and dry.
• Application: Use the provided applicator, applying to the center of the affected area.
• Post-Application: Avoid shampooing or using a hairdryer for 4 hours.
• Missed Dose: Apply as soon as possible, but do not double the dose.

How It Works

Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener that dilates blood vessels, increasing blood flow to hair follicles, promoting growth, and preventing hair cell death.

Application and Usage

• Amount and Frequency: Follow the label or your doctor's instructions.
• Results Timeline: Several months for visible results; initial growth may be soft, colorless, and barely visible.
• Continuous Use: Necessary to maintain hair growth.
• Effectiveness: Using more than recommended won't speed up results and may cause side effects.

Detailed Administration

Adult Dosage:

• Males: Apply 1 mL of 2% or 5% solution to the scalp twice daily; max 2 mL in 24 hours.
• Females: Apply 1 mL of 2% solution to the scalp twice daily.

Child Dosage:

• <18 Years Old: Safety and efficacy not established.

Interaction

Topical Interaction:

• Increased Absorption: With corticosteroids, retinoids, or occlusive ointment bases.
• Severe Hypotension: Potential with guanethidine (Potentially Fatal).

Precautions Before Use

• Heart Conditions: Consult a physician if you have cardiovascular disease or arrhythmias.
• Sensitive Areas: Avoid contact with eyes, broken skin, or mucous membranes; rinse thoroughly if contact occurs.
• Lactation: Unknown if it distributes into milk when applied topically, but it does when taken orally.

Precautions

• Age Restrictions: Not recommended for people under 18 or over 65.
• Contraindications:
  • High blood pressure
  • Use of other topical scalp medications
  • History of heart disease or blood circulation problems

Storage and Handling

• Store below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.
• Discard when expired or no longer needed.