Description
Lonitab 10 Tablet (Minoxidil 10mg)
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
|---|---|
| DOSAGE FORM | Tablets |
| GENERIC NAME | Minoxidil |
| INDICATION | Hypertension (high blood pressure) |
| PACKAGING | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| MANUFACTURER | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| COMPOSITION | Minoxidil (10mg) |
RODUCT INTRODUCTION
Lonitab 10 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used in the treatment of hair loss. It slows down the progression of hair-loss. This medicine promotes hair growth by increasing the blood flow to hair follicles by widening the blood vessels.
Lonitab 10 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 excessive hair (hypertrichosis), temporary shedding (hair thinning), ankle swelling and fluid retention, low blood pressure and feeling light-headed, increased heart rate, and headache. Consult your doctor if they last for a long time or get worse.
Lonitab 10 Tablet may not be suitable if your hair-loss is caused by medicines (as in chemotherapy) or a nutritional deficiency. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or if you are using other creams or lotions to treat scalp conditions. Additionally, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
USES OF LONITAB TABLET
- Treatment of Hair loss
BENEFITS OF LONITAB TABLET
In Treatment of Hair loss
Lonitab 10 Tablet 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.
Benefits are less likely if you have been bald for many years or have a large area of hair-loss. Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet. 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LONITAB TABLET
Common side effects of Lonitab
- Ankle swelling
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Lightheadedness
- Skin irritation
- Itching
HOW TO USE LONITAB TABLET
HOW LONITAB TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
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