Minoxil 5%: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Minoxil Benefits & Uses

Minoxil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Minoxil 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
Adult	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Minoxil Related Warnings

Is the use of Minoxil safe for pregnant women?

Minoxil shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Minoxil safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Minoxil on the Kidneys?

Minoxil does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Minoxil on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Minoxil on the Heart?

Side effects of Minoxil rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Minoxil with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Minoxil Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Minoxil

Is this Minoxil habit forming or addictive?

Minoxil is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Minoxil can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Minoxil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Minoxil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Minoxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minoxil

Taking Minoxil with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Minoxil

Taking Minoxil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Minoxil

Question about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Is Minoxil a steroid?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Minoxil is not a steroid. It contains minoxidil which is an antihypertensive vasodilator that is used in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and management of severe hypertension.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Minoxil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Minoxil 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 about 4 years ago

Is Minoxil safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Minoxil is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug at therapeutic doses such as irritation and burning sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Minoxil work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Minoxil 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 Minoxil 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)