Tugain Information
Tugain is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Solution, Spray, Lotion, Foam. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Tugain also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Tugain depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Tugain are Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Some other side effects of Tugain have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tugain 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.
In addition, Tugain's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tugain's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tugain is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Tugain 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 Tugain is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature. Hair growth serum
Tugain Benefits & Uses
Tugain is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Tugain 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
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Tugain Related Warnings
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Is the use of Tugain safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tugain. If you are pregnant, do not take Tugain without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Tugain safe during breastfeeding?
Tugain 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 Tugain on the Kidneys?
Tugain does not damage the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Tugain on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Tugain on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Tugain on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tugain on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Tugain with Other Drugs
Tugain should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Tugain Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tugain unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
- Heart Failure
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Angina
Frequently asked Questions about Tugain
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Is this Tugain habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tugain.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tugain, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tugain can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Tugain should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tugain in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Tugain Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Tugain
It is safe to take Tugain with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Tugain
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tugain as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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References
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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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)