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Minokem N

  • Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Azelaic Acid (1.5 % w/v) + Minoxidil (5 % w/v) + Tretinoin (0.01 % w/v)

Minokem N

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  • Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Azelaic Acid (1.5 % w/v) + Minoxidil (5 % w/v) + Tretinoin (0.01 % w/v)

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Minokem N Information

Minokem N is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Lotion. Minokem N 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 Minokem N. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Minokem N include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Weight gain. Some other side effects of Minokem N have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Minokem N go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Minokem N's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Minokem N's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Minokem N can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Minokem N in conditions like Asthma, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension. Other contraindications of Minokem N have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Minokem N may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Minokem N is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

  1. Minokem N Benefits & Uses
  2. Minokem N Dosage & How to Take
  3. Minokem N Side Effects
  4. Minokem N Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Minokem N with Other Drugs
  6. Minokem N Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Minokem N
  8. Minokem N Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Minokem N Benefits & Uses

Minokem N is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Minokem N 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Hair Loss
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp
  • Dosage Form: Lotion
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Azelaic Acid (1.5% w/v), Minoxidil (5% w/v), Tretinoin (0.01% w/v)
Adult
  • Disease: Hair Loss
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp
  • Dosage Form: Lotion
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Azelaic Acid (1.5% w/v), Minoxidil (5% w/v), Tretinoin (0.01% w/v)
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hair Loss
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp
  • Dosage Form: Lotion
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Azelaic Acid (1.5% w/v), Minoxidil (5% w/v), Tretinoin (0.01% w/v)

Minokem N Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Dryness
  • Swelling
  • Itching or burning
  • Paresthesia
  • Dry Skin
  • Skin irritation
  • Rash
  • Breast pain
  • Wheezing
  • Nausea or vomiting

Common

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

Minokem N Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Minokem N safe for pregnant women?


    Minokem N can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Minokem N, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Minokem N safe during breastfeeding?


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

  • What is the effect of Minokem N on the Kidneys?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Minokem N on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

  • What is the effect of Minokem N on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Minokem N. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

  • What is the effect of Minokem N on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Minokem N for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Minokem N with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

IsotretinoinChlorpheniramine,Codeine
    Paracetamol,Codeine
      AlprazolamAmoxapineAmitriptylineBetamethasoneAmilorideWarfarinAspirin
        Atenolol

        Minokem N Contraindications

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

        • Asthma
        • Allergy
        • Heart Failure
        • Pulmonary Hypertension
        • Angina
        • Allergy
        • Liver Disease
        • Eczema

        Frequently asked Questions about Minokem N

        • Is this Minokem N habit forming or addictive?


          Minokem N does not cause addiction.

        Minokem N Interactions with Food and Alcohol

        • Interaction between Food and Minokem N


          You can take Minokem N with food.

        • Interaction between Alcohol and Minokem N


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

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        This medicine data has been created by -

        Vikas Chauhan

        B.Pharma, Pharmacy
        3 Years of Experience

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