Tugain 5% Foam

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Tugain 5% Foam Information

Tugain 5% Foam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Foam. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Secondary and off-label uses of Tugain 5% Foam have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Tugain 5% Foam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Tugain 5% Foam also has some side effects, the most common being Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tugain 5% Foam as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tugain 5% Foam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tugain 5% Foam is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Tugain 5% Foam related warnings talks about Tugain 5% Foam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Tugain 5% Foam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tugain 5% Foam in conditions like Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina.

Drug reaction of Tugain 5% Foam with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Tugain 5% Foam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Tugain 5% Foam Benefits & Uses

Tugain 5% Foam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Tugain 5% 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

Tugain 5% Foam Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tugain 5% Foam safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Tugain 5% Foam 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 5% Foam on the Kidneys?


    Tugain does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Tugain 5% Foam on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Tugain for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Tugain 5% Foam on the Heart?


    Side effects of Tugain rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Tugain 5% Foam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tugain 5% Foam unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Tugain 5% Foam

  • Is this Tugain 5% Foam habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Tugain 5% Foam is addictive.

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


    After taking Tugain 5% Foam, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tugain 5% Foam can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Tugain 5% Foam only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Tugain 5% Foam cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Tugain 5% Foam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tugain 5% Foam


    Taking Tugain 5% Foam with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tugain 5% Foam


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tugain 5% Foam as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Tugain 5% Foam

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Tugain grow beard?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tugain might be used for bread growth. Although Tugain is approved only for the treatment of androgenic alopecia (hair loss) but a clinical study has found that Tugain is very effective for bread enhancement by increasing hair counts.

Question about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Is hair growth by Tugain permanent?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, hair growth by Tugain is not permanent. You might have to use Tugain continuously to maintain normal hair growth in the affected area.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Tugain cause acne?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tugain may cause acne. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of acne is not known. If you are experiencing acne after using this drug, then you are advised to use a cream containing salicylic acid.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Tugain work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tugain 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 Tugain 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)



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