Tugain 5% Gel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tugain 5% Gel Information

Tugain 5% Gel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Other than this, Tugain 5% Gel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Tugain 5% Gel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Tugain 5% Gel include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Tugain 5% Gel have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tugain 5% Gel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Tugain 5% Gel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Tugain 5% Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Tugain 5% Gel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, Tugain 5% Gel may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Tugain 5% Gel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Tugain Benefits & Uses
Tugain Dosage & How to Take
Tugain Side Effects
Tugain Related Warnings
Tugain Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tugain
Tugain Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tugain 5% Gel Benefits & Uses

Tugain 5% Gel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Tugain 5% Gel Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group

Dosage

Tugain 5% Gel Related Warnings

Is the use of Tugain 5% Gel safe for pregnant women?

Tugain has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tugain without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tugain 5% Gel safe during breastfeeding?

Tugain should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Kidneys?

Tugain does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Liver?

Information about safety of Tugain for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tugain 5% Gel on the Heart?

Side effects of Tugain rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Tugain 5% Gel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tugain 5% Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Tugain 5% Gel

Is this Tugain 5% Gel habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tugain 5% Gel is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tugain 5% Gel, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tugain 5% Gel can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tugain 5% Gel only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tugain 5% Gel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tugain 5% Gel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tugain 5% Gel

Taking Tugain 5% Gel with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tugain 5% Gel

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tugain 5% Gel as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tugain 5% Gel

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Tugain grow beard?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tugain might be used for bread growth. Although Tugain is approved only for the treatment of androgenic alopecia (hair loss) but a clinical study has found that Tugain is very effective for bread enhancement by increasing hair counts.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Tugain after PRP (platelet-rich plasma)?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Tugain should not be used on the same day of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment because the scalp has been injected with activated platelets. Hence, the use of any topical substance up to 24 hours of the procedure is not recommended by dermatologists. You can continue use Tugain from the next day of the procedure or as advised by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is hair growth by Tugain permanent?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, hair growth by Tugain is not permanent. You might have to use Tugain continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Tugain cause acne?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tugain may cause acne. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of acne is not known. If you are experiencing acne after using this drug, then you are advised to use a cream containing salicylic acid.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Tugain work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tugain contains minoxidil which is a vasodilator and it works by causing dilation of blood vessels which reduces the blood pressure. For hair loss, it is presumed that Tugain works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)