dilminox 5mg tablet
What is dilminox 5mg tablet used for?
Atharv Healthcare Minrav 5 Minoxidil 5% Topical Solution (Minoxidil) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Minoxidil (5mg), which Stimulates hair follicle growth by prolonging anagen phase and increasing follic. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Minoxidil
- Manufacturer: Steadfast Medishield Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ dilminox 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Treatment of androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss).
Off-label uses: Alopecia areata, chemotherapy-induced alopecia, eyebrow hypotrichosis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Minoxidil |
| Brand Name | Atharv Healthcare Minrav 5 Minoxidil 5% Topical Solution |
| Manufacturer | Steadfast Medishield Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Potassium channel opener |
| Route of Administration | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); keep tightly closed; protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Stimulates hair follicle growth by prolonging anagen phase and increasing follicle size; vasodilation via potassium channel opening.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take dilminox 5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of dilminox 5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Scalp irritation
- Itching
- Dryness
- Flaking
- Unwanted facial hair growth
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions (rash, hives, swelling)
- Dizziness
- Rapid heartbeat
- Fainting
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Contact dermatitis
- Hypertrichosis
- Taste alteration
- Erythema
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Guanethidine | Major | Risk of severe orthostatic hypotension |
| Antihypertensives | Major | Additive hypotensive effect |
| Beta-blockers | Moderate | Possible enhanced hypotension |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Additive hypotensive effect |
| Topical corticosteroids | Minor | Possible reduced efficacy |
| Tretinoin | Minor | Increased minoxidil absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Guanethidine
- Antihypertensives
โก Moderate Interactions
- Beta-blockers
- Diuretics
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Topical corticosteroids
- Tretinoin
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to minoxidil or any component; application to broken or irritated skin.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Hair growth progress (photos, patient self-assessment); blood pressure and heart rate if systemic effects suspected.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; may be excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Accidental ingestion: induce vomiting or gastric lavage; monitor blood pressure and heart rate; symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.