Kera XL M

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Kera XL M 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 Kera XL M is also used in the management of severe hypertension (high blood pressure).

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Kera XL M 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.

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, Kera XL M 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.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kera XL M might be used for telogen effluvium (temporary hair thinning mostly on the top of the scalp). Kera XL M 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.