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Regaine 5% Solution belongs to the class of vasodilators, which widens the blood vessels, thereby stimulating hair growth and preventing hair cell death. This medication is used to treat alopecia (hair loss). Some of the common side effects include changes in the colour/texture of the hair, excessive hair growth, headache, itching, skin irritation, dryness, etc.

Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

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More about the Product

Composition :

MINOXIDIL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Regaine 5% Solution

Regaine 5% Solution is used to treat alopecia (hair loss). Regaine 5% Solution stimulates hair growth and slows down the process of balding. Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body.

Regaine 5% Solution contains Minoxidil, which widens the blood vessels and helps provide oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the hair follicles, thereby preventing hair cell death and promoting new hair growth.

Some common side effects of Regaine 5% Solution include changes in the color/texture of the hair, excessive hair growth, headache, itching, skin irritation, dryness, shortness of breath, scaling of the skin, and redness. These side effects usually do not require medical attention. If the side effects persist, consult a doctor.

Before using Regaine 5% Solution, let your doctor know if you are allergic to it, or have high blood pressure, sunburn, eczema, psoriasis, heart diseases like angina (chest pain), a recent heart attack, and circulation disorders. Regaine 5% Solution not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Uses of Regaine 5% Solution

Regaine 5% Solution is used in the treatment of Alopecia/hair loss. The detailed uses of Regaine 5% Solution are as follows:

Hair Loss Treatment: Regaine 5% Solution effectively treats hair loss by stimulating hair growth, increasing blood flow to the scalp, and prolonging the growth phase of hair follicles.
Promoting Hair Regrowth: $helps promote hair regrowth, thicken existing hair, and slow down hair loss, leading to a fuller and healthier-looking head of hair.

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Directions for Use

Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
Clean and dry the scalp before application. Apply the prescribed amount of Regaine 5% Solution directly to the scalp and massage gently to help absorption.
Do not apply to areas of the body other than the normal healthy scalp. It should not be used on inflamed, infected, irritated, or painful scalp skin.
Wash your hands before and after using Regaine 5% Solution.
Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after applying Regaine 5% Solution.

Key Benefits

Regaine 5% Solution is a vasodilator that treats alopecia (hair loss).
It stimulates hair growth and prevents baldness. Regaine 5% Solution opens potassium channels and widens the blood vessels to increase the blood flow.
This vasodilation process promotes blood flow to the hair follicles, providing sufficient nutrition and oxygen to the hair cells.
It supplies oxygen and nutrients to the hair cell, preventing its death and stimulating hair growth.

How Regaine 5% Solution Works

Regaine 5% Solution contains Minoxidil, a vasodilator that widens the blood vessels. This vasodilation process helps provide oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the hair follicles, thereby preventing hair cell death and promoting new hair growth.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Regaine 5% Solution

Use it as per the labeled instructions. Overdose may cause blurred vision or other vision changes, chest pain, fainting, fast or irregular heartbeat, flushing, headache, lightheadedness, and numbness or tingling of hands, feet, or face. Seek medical help if you experience any of these symptoms while using Regaine 5% Solution.

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Regaine 5% Solution.
Avoid smoking or going near naked flames since Regaine 5% Solution can catch fire and burn easily.
Tell your doctor before using Regaine 5% Solution if you have a history of high blood pressure, sunburn, eczema, psoriasis, heart diseases like angina (chest pain), a recent heart attack, and circulation disorders.
Regaine 5% Solution may cause dizziness affecting your ability to drive; hence drive or operate machinery with caution.
Regaine 5% Solution is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

Drug-Drug Interactions

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

It is advised to maintain a healthy diet with well-balanced meals.
Avoid overusing styling tools like blow dryers, curling rods, and chemical dying, which can cause loss of natural hair oils and cause hair fall.
Regular oiling helps in the blood circulation of the scalp and nourishes the roots.
Washing your hair twice a week with a good shampoo and conditioner can also improve your hair fall.
Practice yoga and meditation to control your stress, which is the greatest enemy of hair fall.
Get regular medical examinations to check your hormonal profile and nutritional deficiencies that cause hair fall.

Habit Forming

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Regaine 5% Solution if you have concerns regarding this.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Regaine 5% Solution is not recommended during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Regaine 5% Solution is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers.

Driving

Unsafe

Regaine 5% Solution 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 Regaine 5% Solution.

Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before using Regaine 5% Solution.

Kidney

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Regaine 5% Solution.

Children

Unsafe

Children and adolescents below 18 years should not use Regaine 5% Solution.

Heart

Caution

Regaine 5% Solution should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, please consult your doctor before using Regaine 5% Solution.

Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before administering Regaine 5% Solution to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Regaine 5% Solution if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate Communications, Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060

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