Bio Exidil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bio Exidil Information

Bio Exidil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Serum. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. The alternative uses of Bio Exidil have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Bio Exidil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Bio Exidil also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Bio Exidil have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bio Exidil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Bio Exidil's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Bio Exidil related warnings talks about Bio Exidil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Bio Exidil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bio Exidil in conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina.

Additionally, Bio Exidil may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Bio Exidil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Bio Exidil Benefits & Uses
Bio Exidil Dosage & How to Take
Bio Exidil Side Effects
Bio Exidil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Bio Exidil with Other Drugs
Bio Exidil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Bio Exidil
Bio Exidil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Bio Exidil Benefits & Uses

Bio Exidil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Bio Exidil 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

Bio Exidil Related Warnings

Is the use of Bio Exidil safe for pregnant women?

Bio Exidil should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Bio Exidil safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Bio Exidil on the Kidneys?

Using Bio Exidil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Bio Exidil on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Bio Exidil on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Bio Exidil will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Bio Exidil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Bio Exidil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bio Exidil with Other Drugs

Bio Exidil 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

Bio Exidil Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Bio Exidil

Is this Bio Exidil habit forming or addictive?

Bio Exidil does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Bio Exidil. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Bio Exidil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Bio Exidil in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Bio Exidil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bio Exidil

Taking Bio Exidil with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bio Exidil

Taking Bio Exidil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Bio Exidil

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Bio Exidil with oil?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bio Exidil can be used with oil. Oil must be applied after 2-4 hours of the application of Bio Exidil so that it can be absorbed by the skin. If you apply oil soon after applying Bio Exidil then it might affect the absorption of this drug from the site of application.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Bio Exidil a steroid?

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

No, Bio Exidil 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 about 5 years ago

Is hair growth by Bio Exidil permanent?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Can Bio Exidil cause acne?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bio Exidil 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 to use Bio Exidil?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Apply 1ml of Bio Exidil on the dried affected area of the head two times in a day or as advised by your doctor. The oral form of Bio Exidil 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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