Tofarus 2% Gel 10 gm
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About Tofarus 2% Gel
Tofarus 2% Gel is primarily used to treat alopecia areata (hair loss). Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any hair-bearing site on the body.
Tofarus 2% Gel contains Tofacitinib, which affects hematopoiesis and immune cell activity by transmitting signals resulting from cytokine or growth factor-receptor interactions on the cellular membrane.
Tofarus 2% Gel may cause certain side effects such as excessive hair growth, headache, skin irritation, itching, rashes, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. If you experience any other symptoms that may be due to Tofarus 2% Gel, please consult your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.
Use Tofarus 2% Gel as prescribed by the physician. It is advised not to use more than the recommended dose of medicine. Tofarus 2% Gel is for external use only. Wash your hands before and after each use.
Avoid using Tofarus 2% Gel if you are allergic to it or its other components. Let your doctor know if you have a history of liver/ kidney disease using Tofarus 2% Gel. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Tofarus 2% Gel.
Uses of Tofarus 2% Gel
Tofarus 2% Gel is used in the treatment of alopecia (hair loss). The detailed uses of Tofarus 2% Gel are as follows:
- Treatment of alopecia: Tofarus 2% Gel reduces hair loss and stimulates new hair growth.
- Promotes hair regrowth: Tofarus 2% Gel promotes hair regrowth by widening blood vessels and improving blood flow to hair follicles.
- Improves hair density: Regular use may result in more and thicker hair strands on the scalp.
- Maintains existing hair: Tofarus 2% Gel preserves present hair follicles, preventing further thinning.
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Directions for Use
- It is recommended to apply twice daily or as advised by the doctor.
- Apply the recommended amount of Tofarus 2% Gel to the affected scalp areas with clean, dry hands, and gently massage it into the skin with your fingers.
- Wash your hands before and after applying it.
- It is only for external use.
Key Benefits
- Tofarus 2% Gel contains Tofacitinib, which prevents hair cell death and promotes new hair growth.
- It stimulates blood flow to the hair follicles, providing sufficient nutrition and oxygen to the hair cells.
- Supplying oxygen and nutrients to the hair cell prevents its death and stimulates hair growth.
- It increases the skin's moisture content. It dissolves the substances that cause the skin cells to stick together, thereby reducing the redness and itchiness associated with skin infections.
- Tofarus 2% Gel stimulates hair growth and slows down the process of balding.
- Tofarus 2% Gel is also used in the treatment of atopic dermatitis.
- This medicine helps prevent hair cell death, promotes new hair growth, and reduces the redness and itchiness associated with skin infections.
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Drug Warnings
- Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you observe any allergic reactions during the treatment.
- Tell your doctor if you have any history of liver/kidney disease before using Tofarus 2% Gel.
- If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or a breastfeeding mother, please consult a doctor before using Tofarus 2% Gel.
- Avoid smoking or going near naked flames when you have applied the Tofarus 2% Gel since it can catch fire and burn easily.
- Tofarus 2% Gel is for external use only.
- Avoid contact with the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. In the event of accidental contact, wash the affected area thoroughly with water and consult your doctor.
- Do not apply the medicine on shaved, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful scalp skin.
- Tofarus 2% Gel is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age.
- Inform your doctor if you have serious infections, tuberculosis, severe hepatic disease, sepsis, or anaemia before beginning the treatment, as it can worsen the condition.
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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 dye, which can cause loss of natural hair oils and hair fall.
- Regular oiling helps improve blood circulation in the scalp and nourishes the roots.
- Washing your hair twice a week with a good shampoo and conditioner can also help reduce hair loss.
- Practice yoga and meditation to manage your stress, which is the primary cause of hair loss.
- Get regular medical examinations to check your hormonal profile and nutritional deficiencies that cause hair fall.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No interaction was found. Please consult your doctor before using Tofarus 2% Gel.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor before starting Tofarus 2% Gel if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
It is not known if Tofarus 2% Gel passes into the breast milk and harms a baby during breastfeeding. If you are a nursing mother, please consult the doctor before using Tofarus 2% Gel.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
It is unknown whether Tofarus 2% Gel affects your ability to drive or not. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease before using Tofarus 2% Gel. In case of atopic dermatitis, this medicine is contraindicated for use in severe hepatic disease.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before using Tofarus 2% Gel.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Tofarus 2% Gel is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.
Heart
Please consult your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking Tofarus 2% Gel.
Geriatrics
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Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Tofarus 2% Gel in elderly patients.
FAQs
Tofarus 2% Gel is used to treat alopecia areata (hair loss) and atopic dermatitis.
Tofarus 2% Gel contains Tofacitinib, a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, which affects hematopoiesis and immune cell activity by transmitting signals resulting from cytokine or growth factor-receptor interactions on the cellular membrane.
The duration of the medicine will depend on the indication/ use for which it is prescribed. However, it is advised to complete the treatment course your doctor prescribes for better recovery.
Tofarus 2% Gel is for topical use only and not other parts. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Tofarus 2% Gel. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water. Do not blow-dry your scalp after using Tofarus 2% Gel. Do not apply the topical form of Tofarus 2% Gel on shaved, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful scalp skin.
Tofarus 2% Gel may cause certain side effects such as excessive hair growth, headache, skin irritation, itching, rashes, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. If you experience any other symptoms that may be due to Tofarus 2% Gel, please consult your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.
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- https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/intas-launches-dcgi-approved-tofacitinib-topical-jaki-in-auto-immune-condition-atopic-dermatitis-ad-for-indian-patients-301866888.html
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6218694/
- https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(17)32601-4/fulltext
- https://www.msnlabs.com/img/RxList/MFLL0034-00.pdfhttps://www.msnlabs.com/img/RxList/MFLL0031-00_Tofadoz_(Tofacitinib_Gel)_Leaflet.pdf
