Treatment of Hair loss

In Treatment of Hair loss Mintosil 5% Solution is a medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss. It can prevent further hair loss and help hair to re-grow. It works by increasing blood flow to the hair follicles on your scalp which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. It is most effective for baldness or thinning at the top of the scalp but less effective at the front or for receding hairline. \u003cbr>\u003cbr>Benefits are less likely if you have been bald for many years or have a large area of hair loss. Mintosil 5% Solution is not suitable for sudden or unexplained hair loss. It is considered a safe medicine. There are separate products for men and women and you should follow your doctor’s instructions carefully while using Mintosil 5% Solution. Regrowth of hair improves your appearance boosts your confidence and enhances your social life. Use it regularly to maintain hair growth and to get the maximum benefits. Consult your doctor if you notice any changes in the hair growth while using Mintosil 5% Solution.

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

Mintosil 5% Solution belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used to promote hair growth in men with male pattern baldness.Mintosil 5% Solution should only be applied directly to the scalp area in the amount and in the way specified on the label or by your doctor. Clean and dry your scalp before using it. It may take approximately 2- 4 months before you notice any hair growth. The first growth may be soft colourless and barely visible. Using more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may increase the likelihood of side effects. This medication must be used continuously to maintain hair growth. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsen after using it for 4 to 6 months.The most common side effects of this medicine include itching excessive hair growth rash and dermatitis. In case of accidental application in other areas it may result in unwanted hair growth. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water if you get it in your eyes mouth or broken skin. Talk to your doctor if you are bothered by the side effects or if they do not go away.People under 18 or over 65 should not usually use Mintosil 5% Solution. It may also not be appropriate if your hair loss is due to medications (such as chemotherapy) or any nutritional deficiency. You should also not use this medicine if you have high blood pressure or use other creams or lotions to treat other scalp conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disease or blood circulation problems.

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Mintosil 5% Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Mintosil 5% Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Mintosil 5% Solution is not recommended for use in women. | - Driving : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Kidney : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Liver : None <p> No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Mintosil 5% Solution apply it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Dialkylarylamines|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: DERMA|Action Class :: Potassium channel opener

Treatment of Hair loss

Itching | Chest pain | Headache | Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth) | Rash | Dermatitis | Hypersensitivity | Weight gain | Fluid retention | Tachycardia

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Q. Is the hair growth by Mintosil 5% Solution treatment permanent?::: You have to continue applying Mintosil 5% Solution for continued hair growth. If you stop using Mintosil 5% Solution the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.| Q. How long does it take to see results with Mintosil 5% Solution?::: Since hair growth is a slow process it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Mintosil 5% Solution. You need to use Mintosil 5% Solution for 4 months to see its effects.| Q. Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Mintosil 5% Solution?::: No it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Mintosil 5% Solution. However if you shampoo your hair make sure your scalp is dry before using Mintosil 5% Solution.| Q. How often should Mintosil 5% Solution be applied?::: The general recommendation is that Mintosil 5% Solution should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.| Q. Can Mintosil 5% Solution be used for beard growth?::: No Mintosil 5% Solution should not be used for beard growth. It is indicated only for growth of hair on scalp in patients with a family history of hair loss.