Lonit

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Lonit Information

Lonit, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Lonit have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lonit. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Lonit also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lonit can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lonit are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lonit has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lonit has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lonit related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Lonit have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Lonit is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Lonit Benefits & Uses

Lonit is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lonit 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: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 0.25 - 1 mg/kg/day


Lonit Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lonit is used -

Moderate

Mild

  • Breast pain

Common

  • Flushing
  • Bloating or fullness
  • Swelling
  • Weight gain
  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Lonit Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lonit safe for pregnant women?


    Lonit 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 Lonit safe during breastfeeding?


    Lonit 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 Lonit on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Lonit on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Lonit on the Liver?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Lonit on the liver, information on safety of Lonit for liver is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Lonit on the Heart?


    Lonit has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Lonit with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Lonit Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lonit

  • Is this Lonit habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Lonit.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lonit as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Lonit only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Lonit cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Lonit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lonit


    You can take Lonit with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lonit


    Consumption of alcohol and Lonit together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Lonit

Question over 4 years ago

How does Lonit work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Lonit 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 Lonit works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.

Question over 4 years ago

How long can I safely use Lonit?

Usually, Lonit is given for 4 months. Use Lonit as directed by your doctor. 

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lonit a steroid?

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

No, Lonit 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Lonit cause itching?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lonit 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.

Question over 4 years ago

What is Lonit?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Lonit 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 Lonit is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).



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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)

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