Minoxidil is a drug that stimulates hair growth and slows baldness. This drug can not grow hair permanently, hair will fall back when treatment is stopped.
Minoxidil is a drug that works by dilating blood vessels (vasodilators) so that blood flow becomes smooth. This way of working will also make the hair follicles bigger so they are able to receive more of the nutrients needed for hair growth.
In addition to growing hair on the head, minoxidil can be used as a beard and mustache grower, but its use must be accompanied by a doctor's instructions.
Brand trade minoxidil: Aloxid, Eminox, Hage, Regrou, Regrou Forte
What's that Minoxidil
| group | Prescription drugs |
| Category | Vasodilators |
| Benefit | Stimulates hair growth |
| Used by | Mature |
| Minoxidil for pregnant and lactating women | Category C:Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. Drugs should only be used if the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. Minoxidil can be absorbed into breast milk. Therefore, consult your doctor about the benefits and risks of using minoxidil while breastfeeding. |
| Drug form | External medicine liquid |
Warning Before Using Minoxidil
Before using minoxidil, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- Do not use minoxidil if you are allergic to this drug. Tell your doctor about any allergies you have.
- Do not use minoxidil on skin that is sore, swollen, red, irritated, or is infected.
- Do not use minoxidil in the eye, nose and mouth area. If it comes into contact with this area, rinse immediately with water.
- Tell your doctor if you have or have had kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease, including angina, heart failure, or have recently had a heart attack.
- Minoxidil should not be used in children under 18 years of age without a doctor's advice.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking any medications, supplements, or herbal products.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- Check with your doctor if your baldness doesn't improve after 4 months of using minoxidil.
- See your doctor right away if you have an allergic drug reaction, serious side effect, or overdose after taking minoxidil.
Dose and Rules of Use Minoxidil
The dose of minoxidil will be determined by the doctor according to the age and gender of the patient. In general, here are the dosages of minoxidil for baldness by sex:
- Man: Apply 1 ml of minoxidil 2% or 5% liquid to the bald scalp 2 times a day.
- Woman: Apply 1 ml of 2% minoxidil liquid to the bald scalp 2 times a day.
Method Using Minoxidil Correctly
Follow the doctor's recommendations and read the information listed on the drug packaging before using minoxidil. Do not reduce or increase the dose without consulting your doctor first.
Taking more than the recommended dose of minoxidil will not make hair grow faster, but it can increase the risk of side effects.
Make sure your scalp and hair are clean and dry before using minoxidil. Apply the medicine on the bald scalp starting from the center.
Do not dry the part of the scalp that is smeared with minoxidil with a hairdryer. Let the medicine dry on its own. Using a hair dryer can reduce the effectiveness of minoxidil.
Do not cover the scalp that has been smeared with minoxidil with a bandage or plaster. Leave the head open.
It is recommended not to wash your hair for at least 4 hours after using minoxidil. Don't forget to always wash your hands after using minoxidil
If you forget to use minoxidil, it is recommended to use it immediately if the interval with the next schedule of use is not too close. If it is close, ignore it and do not double the dose.
Store minoxidil in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep this medicine out of reach of children.
Minoxidil d . interactionsenganother medicine
Concurrent use of minoxidil with topical (topical) medications containing corticosteroids or retinoids can increase the absorption of minoxidil. To be safe, always consult with if you are undergoing treatment with certain supplements, herbal products, or drugs.
Minoxidil Side Effects and Dangers
There are several side effects that can occur after using minoxidil, namely, itchy, dry, peeling, irritated, or burning scalp. Check with your doctor if these side effects don't go away or get worse.
Call your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction to a drug or a more serious side effect occurs, such as:
- Growing facial hair
- Heart palpitations, fast, or irregular heartbeat
- Faint
- Dizziness or headache
- Swelling in the hands or feet
- Chest pain
- Difficult to breathe
- Unusual tired