Maxihair 2% Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Maxihair 2% Solution have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Maxihair 2% Solution depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Maxihair 2% Solution also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Maxihair 2% Solution can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Maxihair 2% Solution are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Maxihair 2% Solution has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Maxihair 2% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Maxihair 2% Solution related warnings section.
Maxihair 2% Solution can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Maxihair 2% Solution in conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina.
Drug reaction of Maxihair 2% Solution with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Maxihair 2% Solution, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Maxihair 2% 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 Maxihair 2% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Maxihair. If you are pregnant, do not take Maxihair without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Maxihair 2% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Maxihair. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Maxihair 2% Solution on the Kidneys?
Using Maxihair does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Maxihair 2% Solution on the Liver?
Information about safety of Maxihair for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Maxihair 2% Solution on the Heart?
Side effects of Maxihair rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maxihair 2% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maxihair 2% Solution habit forming or addictive?
Maxihair 2% Solution does not cause addiction.
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 Maxihair 2% Solution can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Maxihair 2% Solution only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Maxihair 2% Solution cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Maxihair 2% Solution
Taking Maxihair 2% Solution with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxihair 2% Solution
Taking Maxihair 2% Solution with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Maxihair might be used for bread growth. Although Maxihair is approved only for the treatment of androgenic alopecia (hair loss) but a clinical study has found that Maxihair is very effective for bread enhancement by increasing hair counts.
Maxihair 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 Maxihair works by directly stimulating the resting hair follicles and increasing blood flow in the skin of the applied area which promotes hair follicles growth.
No, hair growth by Maxihair is not permanent. You might have to use Maxihair continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.
No, Maxihair 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.
Yes, Maxihair might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Maxihair is only approved for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and you are advised to consult with a doctor first before using this drug for telogen effluvium.
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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)