Chymotra: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chymotra Benefits & Uses

Chymotra is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Chymotra 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
Adult	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Chymotra Related Warnings

Is the use of Chymotra safe for pregnant women?

Chymotra shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chymotra safe during breastfeeding?

Chymotra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Chymotra on the Kidneys?

Chymotra is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Chymotra on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Chymotra on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Chymotra on the Heart?

Side effects of Chymotra rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Chymotra with Other Drugs

Chymotra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Chymotra Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Chymotra

Is this Chymotra habit forming or addictive?

Chymotra is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Chymotra can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Chymotra only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Chymotra for mental disorders.

No

Chymotra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chymotra

Taking Chymotra with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chymotra

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Chymotra as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Chymotra

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Chymotra cause hair loss?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chymotra may cause temporary hair loss for up to 2 weeks initially after starting of the treatment in few cases only. This is due to hair shifting from the resting phase to the growth phase. Consider this as a sign that your old hairs are falling so that new hairs can regrow in their place. If the hair loss continues for more than 2 weeks then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

What is Chymotra?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Chymotra is a brand name of minoxidil and it comes in the form of oral tablets, topical gel, lotion, solution, foam, and spray. It belongs to the class of drug known as vasodilators. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of hair loss (androgenic alopecia) and oral form of Chymotra is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question about 5 years ago

Is Chymotra a steroid?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Chymotra is not a steroid. It contains minoxidil which is an antihypertensive vasodilator that is used in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and management of severe hypertension.

Question over 4 years ago

How to use Chymotra?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Apply 1ml of Chymotra on the dried affected area of the head two times in a day or as advised by your doctor. The oral form of Chymotra has to be once daily with or without the food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Chymotra without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Chymotra is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

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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)