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About Am-Exidil 5 Topical Solution

MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL belongs to a class of drug used to treat alopecia (hair loss). It stimulates hair growth and slows down the process of balding. It is used to promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss). Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Androgenetic alopecia is the permanent hair loss from the scalp that causes baldness.

MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL consists of Minoxidil and Aminexil. Minoxidil is a vasodilator that widens the blood vessels and opens potassium channels. This vasodilation process helps provide oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the hair follicles, thereby preventing the hair cell death and promoting new hair growth. Aminexil is a potassium channel opener that supresses an enzyme responsible for build-up of a collagen around the hair follicles.

MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL is available in the form of a topical solution and it should only be applied directly to the scalp area in the desired amount, and in the way specified on the label. Some common side effects include application site irritation, itching, headache. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and gradually resolve during the treatment. If you experience any other symptoms you think may be due to this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

Let your doctor know if you’re allergic to this medicine or any of its components. Avoid contact this medication with nose, mouth, eyes or broken, irritated skin as it may irritate. In case, comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames when you have applied this medicine since it can catch fire and burn easily. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Am-Exidil 5 Topical Solution

Alopecia (hair loss)

Medicinal Benefits of Am-Exidil 5 Topical Solution

MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL consists of Minoxidil and Aminexil. Minoxidil is a vasodilator that widens the blood vessels and opens potassium channels. This vasodilation process helps provide oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the hair follicles. This process of supplying oxygen and nutrients to the hair cell prevents its death and stimulates hair growth. Aminexil is a potassium channel opener that supresses an enzyme responsible for build-up of a collagen around the hair follicles.

Directions for Use

MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL is available in the form of a topical solution, spray, gel, and foam. Your doctor will advise the appropriate dosage depending on your hair loss condition. Make sure your hair and scalp are dry before you apply MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL. Leave your hair for at least for an hour after using MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL on the scalp. Solution/Spray: Generally, the solution form of MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL comes with a spray pump applicator and an extended spray-tip applicator. Aim the pump of the spray towards the bald areas of the scalp and pump it once. Then, spread the solution with your fingertips. A total of six sprays would deliver one ml of MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL. Avoid breathing in the spray mist and wash your hands thoroughly after application. Use the spray pump applicator to apply the solution to large areas of skin and spray-tip applicator on the small areas. Foam: The foam comes in a spray nozzle bottle. Press the nozzle to put the foam on your fingers. Now, use your fingers to spread the foam on the bald areas and massage gently into the scalp. Wash your hands thoroughly after application. Gel: Take the advised amount of gel or lotion with clean and dry hands on the scalp's affected areas. Gently massage the medicine into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands after applying MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL. Do not blow-dry your scalp after using MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL. Do not apply the topical form of MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL on shaved, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful scalp skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, broken or irritated skin, rinse with cold water.

Side Effects of Am-Exidil 5 Topical Solution

• Excessive hair growth
• Headache
• Skin irritation
• Itching, and dermatitis (itchy inflammation of the skin).

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor before using MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL if you have a history of liver disease and urinary obstruction (blockage of urine flow). Do not use the topical form of MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL, if you have high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease or cardiac arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythms), sunburn, and psoriasis. When applied on abrasion, sunburn, and psoriasis, Minoxidil in MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL can cause sodium and water retention, angina (chest pain), pericardial effusion (fluid around the heart), and other heart problems. Let your doctor know if your allergic to MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL or any of its components, such as propylene glycol and ethanol (alcohol). Avoid contact of topical MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL with nose, mouth, eyes or broken, irritated skin as it may irritate. In case MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding mother, Please consult a doctor before using MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames when you have applied the MINOXIDIL+AMINEXIL since it can catch fire and burn easily. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medication may interact with drugs (sildenafil) treating erectile dysfunction in male. 

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Please tell your doctor before taking this medication if you have heart disease, renal failure/dialysis, hair loss associated with childbirth, or hair loss is sudden and/or patchy.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

No interaction found or established. However, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while using this medication.

PREGNANCY

This medication is a pregnancy category C drug and may be unsafe to use during pregnancy since it may have harmful effects on the unborn baby (foetus). So, please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting this medication.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not known if this medication passes into the breast milk and harms a baby during breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor before using this medication if you are a nursing mother.

DRIVING

This medication may cause dizziness and affect your ability to drive and operate machines. Do not drive until you are focused and mentally alert while undergoing treatment with this medication.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medication.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medication.