Mintop 2% Foam
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Uses of Mintop 2% Foam:
Hair loss
Composition of Mintop 2% Foam:
Minoxidil 2% w/v
MRP:
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405.25
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Description
MINTOP 2% FOAM belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used to promote hair growth after hereditary hair loss (male pattern baldness). It is not used for sudden, patchy or unexplained hair loss. MINTOP 2% FOAM 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 several months before you notice any hair growth and the first growth may be soft, colourless and barely visible. Using more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may cause dangerous side effects. This medication must be used continuously to maintain hair growth. If your condition does not improve or worsens after using it for 4 to 6 months, tell your doctor. MINTOP 2% FOAM is generally safe and suitable for most people but may have some potential side effects. The most common are itching or irritation of the scalp and unwanted hair growth in other places (not your scalp). It may also make you feel unwell and change the color and texture of your hair. If this happens, inform your doctor. If this medicine gets into the bloodstream it can cause side effects related to low blood pressure such as chest pain, rapid heartbeat and dizziness, swollen hands and feet. This should not happen if you use it correctly and avoid contact with broken skin. If you get it in your eyes, mouth or broken skin, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. Talk to your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. MINTOP 2% FOAM should not normally be used by people under the age of 18 or over 65. It may 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 are using other creams or lotions to treat other scalp conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disease or blood circulation problems.
Uses
Minoxidil is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high blood pressure.
Side effects
- Edema (swelling)
- Fluid retention
- Hair discolouration
- Hypertrichosis
- Increased heart rate
- Pericardial effusion
- Pericarditis
How to use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label.
How it works
Minoxidil is a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing more blood and oxygen to reach the heart and other organs. This lowers the blood pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Minoxidil safe?
Minoxidil is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Minoxidil available in India?
Yes, Minoxidil is available in India with various trade names
Q. Does Minoxidil cause acne?
Yes, Minoxidil may cause acne in some individuals
Q. Does Minoxidil cause headache?
Yes, headache is a very common side effect of Minoxidil
Q. Does Minoxidil cause impotence?
There are no known effects of Minoxidil on potency or sexual function in both men and women. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Minoxidil effective for hair growth/regrowth?
Yes, Minoxidil is effective in hair growth/regrowth for patients with hereditary hair loss. However, each patient may respond differently to Minoxidil treatment for hair growth
Q. Is Minoxidil effective for frontal baldness?
Minoxidil is effective in hair growth for patients with hereditary hair loss, hence Minoxidil may be useful in frontal baldness. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Does Minoxidil grow beard?
Minoxidil is used on the scalp for hair growth in patients with hereditary hair loss. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Minoxidil a steroid?
No, Minoxidil is not a steroid
Q. Does Minoxidil cause hair loss?
Yes, temporary hair loss during Minoxidil treatment is possible.
Q. What is the difference between Minoxidil oral and Minoxidil topical?
Minoxidil (oral) is used for the treatment of severe hypertension (high blood pressure) not responding to other antihypertensive drugs whereas Minoxidil (topical) is used in the treatment of alopecia (hair loss).
Minoxidil is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Minoxidil available in India?
Yes, Minoxidil is available in India with various trade names
Q. Does Minoxidil cause acne?
Yes, Minoxidil may cause acne in some individuals
Q. Does Minoxidil cause headache?
Yes, headache is a very common side effect of Minoxidil
Q. Does Minoxidil cause impotence?
There are no known effects of Minoxidil on potency or sexual function in both men and women. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Minoxidil effective for hair growth/regrowth?
Yes, Minoxidil is effective in hair growth/regrowth for patients with hereditary hair loss. However, each patient may respond differently to Minoxidil treatment for hair growth
Q. Is Minoxidil effective for frontal baldness?
Minoxidil is effective in hair growth for patients with hereditary hair loss, hence Minoxidil may be useful in frontal baldness. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Does Minoxidil grow beard?
Minoxidil is used on the scalp for hair growth in patients with hereditary hair loss. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Minoxidil a steroid?
No, Minoxidil is not a steroid
Q. Does Minoxidil cause hair loss?
Yes, temporary hair loss during Minoxidil treatment is possible.
Q. What is the difference between Minoxidil oral and Minoxidil topical?
Minoxidil (oral) is used for the treatment of severe hypertension (high blood pressure) not responding to other antihypertensive drugs whereas Minoxidil (topical) is used in the treatment of alopecia (hair loss).
Expert Advice
- Minoxidil tablets may make you feel drowzy or dizzy when you stand up; particularly when you first start treatment or your dose is increased. If affected do not drive or operate machines.Do not take Minoxidil either oral or topical application if you are allergic to Minoxidil or any other ingredients of the medicine.Consult your Doctor before you start taking Minoxidil orally If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breast feeding. Consult your doctor immediately and stop taking Minoxidil, if you develop discomfort in your chest any time after starting Minoxidil.Do not use the topical application while smoking, or near any naked flame or strong heat source. Also, avoid exposure of the container and contents to naked flames during use, storage and disposal as the solution is flammable.Do not use Minoxidil hair solution on red, inflamed, irritated or painful scalp.Do not use Minoxidil hair solution if you are using other cream, lotions or ointments on your scalp.Do not exceed the recommended use. Exceeding the recommended dose will not re-grow your hair any more quickly and you have an increased likelihood of getting side-effects.Consult your doctor and inform him before using Minoxidil if you are using medicines such as dithranol or petrolatum for psoriasis, tretinoin for acne and corticosteroids (bethmethasone dipropionate) for other skin disorders.Stop and consult your doctor immediately if you experience side effects related to low blood pressure such as chest pain, rapid heart rate, fainting, dizziness, swollen hands and feet and redness of the scalp.
Product Details
SKU: PC-38085
Product Description: Mintop 2% Foam is manufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Bottle
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Mintop 2% Foam is manufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Bottle
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
