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

Mavigain Benefits & Uses

Mavigain is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Mavigain 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

Mavigain Related Warnings

Is the use of Mavigain safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Mavigain on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Severe
Is the use of Mavigain safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Mavigain for breastfeeding women are not known.

Severe
What is the effect of Mavigain on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Mavigain on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Mavigain will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Safe
What is the effect of Mavigain on the Liver?

Side effects of Mavigain on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mavigain on the Heart?

Side effects of Mavigain on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mavigain with Other Drugs

Mavigain 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

Mavigain Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina
Angina
Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Frequently asked Questions about Mavigain

Is this Mavigain habit forming or addictive?

Mavigain does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mavigain as it does not make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Mavigain is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Mavigain cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Mavigain Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mavigain

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Mavigain together with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mavigain

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mavigain and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Mavigain

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mavigain make hair thicker?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mavigain might make hair thicker. A clinical study has found that it can increase the diameter of the hair but the results cannot be generalized on everyone.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Mavigain cause chest pain?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Mavigain may cause chest pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing chest pain after using this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mavigain cause acne?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mavigain 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 about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Mavigain 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 Mavigain from the next day of the procedure or as advised by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Mavigain for frontal hair loss?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Mavigain may be used for frontal hair loss but it gives much better results if the drug is used on the upper head or crown.

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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

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