Mintop 10 Foam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mintop 10 Foam Information

Mintop 10 Foam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Foam. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Mintop 10 Foam 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 Mintop 10 Foam. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Mintop 10 Foam include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Mintop 10 Foam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Mintop 10 Foam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mintop 10 Foam is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mintop 10 Foam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mintop 10 Foam related warnings section.

Mintop 10 Foam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Mintop 10 Foam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mintop 10 Foam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Mintop Benefits & Uses
Mintop Dosage & How to Take
Mintop Side Effects
Mintop Related Warnings
Mintop Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mintop
Mintop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mintop 10 Foam Benefits & Uses

Mintop 10 Foam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Mintop 10 Foam 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

Mintop 10 Foam Related Warnings

Is the use of Mintop 10 Foam safe for pregnant women?

Mintop has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mintop without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Mintop 10 Foam safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Mintop. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Mintop 10 Foam on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Mintop on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Mintop 10 Foam on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Mintop on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Mintop will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mintop 10 Foam on the Heart?

Mintop has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Mintop 10 Foam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mintop 10 Foam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Mintop 10 Foam

Is this Mintop 10 Foam habit forming or addictive?

Mintop 10 Foam does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mintop 10 Foam as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Mintop 10 Foam 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, the use of Mintop 10 Foam in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Mintop 10 Foam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mintop 10 Foam

Taking Mintop 10 Foam with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mintop 10 Foam

Consumption of alcohol and Mintop 10 Foam together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Mintop 10 Foam

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Mintop 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, Mintop 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 over 4 years ago

What is Mintop?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Mintop without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Mintop is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Mintop work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

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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)