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Minoxil 5 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Minoxil 5 Tablet is a product of Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd

Composition: Minoxidil (5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 45.00

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All Details About Minoxil 5 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Minoxil 5 Tablet

Description:

Minoxil 5 Tablet is a vasodilator used in the treatment of certain hypertension cases. It is generally used as a second-line treatment when other antihypertensive medicines have not been effective or are not suitable for a patient. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily.

Minoxil 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the exact dose and duration for as long as your doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits. Do not stop taking the medicine until you have finished the complete course. The effects are lost if the medication is stopped.

Some common side effects of this medicine include low blood pressure, headache, excessive hair growth, weight gain, fast heart rate, low platelet count, decreased white blood cells, and ECG changes. While on treatment with this medicine, the doctor may advise regular monitoring of its effects and adjust the dosage as needed.

Minoxil 5 Tablet may not be suitable for everyone. To make sure it is safe for you, let the doctor know about all the other medications you are taking. Let the doctor also know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Minoxil 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Minoxil

  • Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
  • Weight gain
  • Tachycardia
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Headache
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • ECG changes

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Minoxil 5 Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Minoxil 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Minoxil 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Minoxil 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Minoxil 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Minoxil 5 Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Minoxil 5 Tablet, and what is it used for?

Minoxil 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as potassium channel openers. It helps relax blood vessels. Broadning peripheral blood vessels will decrease blood pressure. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump blood and helps in the treatment of certain hypertension cases.

Can I stop taking Minoxil 5 Tablet when my condition improves?

No, you should not stop taking Minoxil 5 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Minoxil 5 Tablet suddenly, rebound hypertension may occur. Communicate to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.

How long does it take Minoxil 5 Tablet to start working?

Minoxil 5 Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 7 days.

For how long do I need to continue Minoxil 5 Tablet?

Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Minoxil 5 Tablet is generally prescribed for the long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.

What if somebody accidentally takes an excess of Minoxil 5 Tablet?

He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heartbeat.

Who should not use Minoxil 5 Tablet?

People who are allergic to Minoxil 5 Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Minoxil 5 Tablet. Increaseitionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Minoxil 5 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.

Can Minoxil 5 Tablet affect my sex life?

No, Minoxil 5 Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Minoxil 5 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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