Description
ZENOXIDIL 10% contains minoxidil which belongs to a group of medicine called vasodilators. It is used to treat common hereditary baldness (a condition called alopecia androgenetica). It acts on the scalp to help hair growth on the bald area. It should be only applied directly to the scalp area.
ZENOXIDIL 10% when it applied to the scalp, it helps to increase the blood flow. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicles which prevent hair cell death and enhances new hair growth.
Clean and dry your scalp before using it. If you are use, more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may cause dangerous side effects. This medicine should be used continuously to maintain hair growth. If your condition does not improve after using it for 4 to 6 months, consult your doctor. This medicine should not normally used by people under the age of 18 or over 65.
USES OF ZENOXIDIL 10%
Treat common hereditary baldness (a condition called alopecia androgenetica)
HOW ZENOXIDIL 10% WORKS
It is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels. Therefore, when it applied to the scalp, it helps to increase the blood flow. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicles which prevent hair cell death and enhances new hair growth.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always use this medicine exactly doctor has told you. This medicine is use on the scalp only. Do not apply other areas of the body. Make sure that the scalp is clean and dry before applying.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ZENOXIDIL 10%
SERIOUS
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue
Throat tightness
Palpitations
Breathing difficulty
Skin rash and redness leading to itching, dry, flaking skin or swelling
Blistering, bleeding, and ulcers
Chest pain
Swelling in the feet or legs
Weight gain
Dizziness
COMMON
Headache
Unwanted hair growth
Itching
Rash
Dermatitis
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Dizziness:
lying down and closing the eyes. drink plenty of water and keep hydrated. Take plenty of sleep.
Headache:
Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.
Weight Gain:
Exercise regularly. Take a balanced diet that including whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products.
Chest pain:
Take aspirin and other anti-platelet medications. Consult your doctor immediately.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
ZENOXIDIL 10% is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
BREASTFEEDING
ZENOXIDIL 10% is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
ALCOHOL
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with ZENOXIDIL 10%.
ALLERGY
Do not use ZENOXIDIL 10% if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Minoxidil or any other ingredients in this medicine.
OTHERS
Tell your doctor if you have or had condition such as,
High blood pressure
Scalp conditions such as psoriasis
INTERACTIONS
Talk to your doctor, if you are using other medicines that are applied to the scalp which contain any of the following ingredients:
Corticosteroids
Tretinoin
Dithranol
Petrolatum
Guanethidine
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