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Biominox 5% Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Biominox 5% Solution also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Biominox 5% Solution. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Biominox 5% Solution also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Biominox 5% Solution can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Biominox 5% Solution are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Biominox 5% Solution has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Biominox 5% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Biominox 5% Solution related warnings section.
Biominox 5% Solution is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Biominox 5% Solution may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Biominox 5% Solution, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Biominox 5% Solution is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Biominox 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Biominox can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Biominox 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Biominox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Biominox 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Biominox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biominox 5% Solution on the Liver?
Side effects of Biominox on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Biominox 5% Solution on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Biominox on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biominox 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biominox 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Biominox 5% Solution is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Biominox 5% Solution as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Biominox 5% Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Biominox 5% Solution for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Biominox 5% Solution
You can take Biominox 5% Solution with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biominox 5% Solution
Taking alcohol with Biominox 5% Solution can be dangerous.
Biominox 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 Biominox works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
Biominox 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 Biominox is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).
No, hair growth by Biominox is not permanent. You might have to use Biominox continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
No, Biominox should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Biominox may cause itching. Itching is one of the symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis which might be caused by the use of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to the undesirable response of the immune system of the body towards this drug and this side effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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)