Amexidil 5% 60ML solution is a combination medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss and androgenetic hair loss in males (male-pattern baldness). This medicine is not recommended for use if the hair loss is due to any other cause and in women. It increases blood flow to hair follicles on your scalp and enhances new hair growth. This medicine is most effective for baldness or thinning at the top of the scalp and less effective for receding hairline. However, the uses of this solution mentioned here are not exhaustive. There may be other conditions for which the medicine may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
The active ingredients of Amexidil 5% 60ML solution are Aminexil (1.5 % W/V) and Minoxidil (5% W/V)
Minoxidil is a vasodilator, that widens the blood vessels and increases the blood flow in your scalp. It helps to transport oxygen, blood, nutrients to hair follicles, thereby reducing hair cell death and promotes new hair growth. Aminexil suppresses collagen, an enzyme which causes build-up of a protein around the hair follicles leading to hair loss.
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before using Amexidil 5% 60ML solution:
The following side effects may or may not occur during the usage of Amexidil 5% solution. It is usually well tolerated when used in the prescribed dosage guidelines. Most of the side effects are generally mild and you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Apply Amexidil 5% solution as instructed by your doctor. Do not apply this solution in amounts larger or smaller than suggested by your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount prescribed.
Avoid missing or forgetting the dose of this solution. If you do, apply it as soon as you remember; but if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip it and use it according to your normal schedule.
Apply the solution daily at the same time for 3-4 months or as advised by your doctor to see the hair growth. Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after using this solution or use a hairdryer to dry your hair. Avoid getting this solution in contact with open wounds, eyes, mouth and nose. This topic solution is recommended for use in men only.
Avoid applying the Amexidil 5% solution more than required. An overdose is extremely unlikely with this this medicine since it is only for external use. Internal consumption of medicine leads to harmful side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any allergic reaction. Symptoms of over dose may include:
Use Amexidil 5% solution on the advice of your medical practitioner. Complete avoidance of the solution may be required in the following conditions:
Since there is not enough reliable information about the safety of using this solution for renal patients, consult your doctor if you have renal problems and stay on the safe side.
Since there is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking this solution for hepatic patients, consult your doctor if you have liver problems and stay on the safe side.
Amexidil 5% 60ML solution is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it is known to cause harm to the fetus. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before using this medicine.
This medicine is unsafe for use by nursing mothers as there is a risk of side effects on the infant. It is not recommended for lactating women.
Interaction of alcohol with Amexidil 5% solution is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after using the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately.
This solution does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. Since there is not enough reliable information about the safety of using this solution, consult your doctor and stay on the safe side.
There are no known food interactions with this solution.
Alert your doctor if you are using Amexidil 5% solution with other hypotensive drugs, guanethidine, alfuzosin, isosorbide dinitrate, sapropterin, mecamylamine, other topical medical preparations (corticosteroids, retinoids, occlusive ointment bases). Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Category X: Studies in animals or humans have demonstrated fetal abnormalities and/or there is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data from investigational or marketing experience, and the risks involved in use of the drug in pregnant women clearly outweigh potential benefits.
This medication is a vasodilator, prescribed for hypertension. It relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Minoxidil calms blood vessels, lowering blood pressure.
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Adult- The recommended initial dose is 5 mgday as a single dose. Maximum: 100mgday. Child- The initial dosage is 0.2 mgkgday as a single dose.
Feeling dizzy. Rise slowly over a few minutes when sitting or lying down. Be careful climbing. Hair growth. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
If you have an allergy to minoxidil or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Pheochromocytoma or a recent heart attack.
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Trouble breathing. Chest pain or pressure or a fast heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. A big weight gain. Very bad swelling or pain of hands or feet. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Avoid Alcohol
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Other Antihypertensives, Other Dermatologicals
It is a combination medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss and androgenetic hair loss in males (male-pattern baldness). This medicine is not recommended for use if the hair loss is due to any other cause and in women. It increases blood flow to hair follicles on your scalp and enhances new hair growth. This medicine is most effective for baldness or thinning at the top of the scalp and less effective for receding hairline.
The solution is well tolerated when used in prescribed dosage guidelines. Most common side effects include burning, itching or prickling of the scalp, chills or cold sweats, skin rash, swelling of lips and face, redness of skin, eye irritation, headache, runny nose, increase hair growth on arms, face and back, dry skin.
Usage of the solution does not depend on food.
If you ever had impaired kidney function, liver impairment or heart disease, let your doctor know before using this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients used in the solution, untreated hypertension, scalp abnormality (psoriasis, sunburn), phaeochromocytoma, pregnancy and lactation. Caution is advised among patients with following conditions, scalp irritation, children, temporary shedding of hair.
This solution does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. Since there is not enough reliable information about the safety of using this solution, consult your doctor and stay on the safe side.
Avoid applying the solution more than required. An overdose is extremely unlikely with this medicine since it is only for external use. Internal consumption of medicine leads to harmful side effects. Over dose of the medicine may lead to headache, fluid retention, exaggerated hypotension, allergic rashes, leukopenia.
If you ever had impaired kidney function, liver impairment or heart disease, let your doctor know before using this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients used in the solution, untreated hypertension, scalp abnormality (psoriasis, sunburn), phaeochromocytoma, pregnancy and lactation. Caution is advised among patients with following conditions, scalp irritation, children, temporary shedding of hair.
No, do not use the medicine without doctor’s prescription.
Interaction of alcohol with this solution is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after using the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Store the medicine at room temperature (20-30 degree Celsius) in a cool and dry place. Keep the solution according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Store the medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed.
This solution is not recommended for children below 18 years of age unless prescribed since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically determined.
The duration for which this medicine remains active on the body is not clinically determined.
Medicines should always be taken under medical supervision. Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor: for dosage and duration.
The number of days that any medicine must be taken varies from patient to patient; and case to case. Apply the solution daily at the same time for 3-4 months or as advised by your doctor to see the hair growth.
Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the dosage and duration.
Note: All of the above information is for reference purpose only. It is always recommended that you consult a medical professional.
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