Mintop 10% Solution (Minoxidil 10%)

Description

Mintop 10% Lotion is a medicine that contains Minoxidil. It is used to treat hair loss. It promotes hair growth by increasing the blood flow to hair follicles by widening the blood vessels. It is very effective in individuals aged below 40 years.

Mintop 10% Lotion may rarely cause some side effects like itching and skin irritation at the site of application. These side effects are rare and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a long time or worsen.

Mintop 10% Lotion is for external use and for applying on the scalp only. It can be applied once or twice a day to the scalp or as prescribed by your doctor. Before applying it, make sure your scalp is clean and dry. It may take two to four months to observe any hair growth. Excessive use will not fasten the hair growth and may raise the chances of its side effects. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Mintop 10% Lotion will not cause permanent regrowth of hair. You have to use it regularly to maintain healthy and long hair. Inform your doctor if your condition worsens or does not improve after four to six months of use. Accidental contact of this medicine on other body parts can cause unwanted hair growth. Avoid contact with your eyes, mouth. Rinse properly with plenty of water in case of accidental contact.

Mintop 10% Lotion is not recommended for use for children under the age of 18 and elderly people above the age of 65 unless prescribed by the doctor. It may not be suitable if your hair loss is caused by medicines (as in chemotherapy) or a nutritional deficiency. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or if you are using other creams or lotions to treat scalp conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mintop 10% Lotion
Scalp irritation
Burning, itching, or prickling of the scalp
Dizziness
Redness of the scalp
Swelling of feet or lower legs
Eye irritation
Increased hair growth on face, arms and back
Headache

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Uses of Mintop 10% Lotion

What is it prescribed for?
Alopecia
Alopecia or hair loss is a common concern seen both in men and women. In men hair loss occurs in a well-defined pattern on the top and front of the head and also hair becomes thin which may often progress to partial or complete baldness. In women, hair becomes thin all over the head and rarely leads to total baldness. Mintop 10% Lotion promotes new hair growth and is hence used to treat hair loss.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Mintop 10% Lotion if you are allergic to it. If you develop any allergic reaction symptoms like hives, rash, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck, consult your doctor immediately.
Scalp psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis is a scalp skin condition marked by red, itchy and scaly patches on the entire scalp. Mintop 10% Lotion is not recommended for use if you have scalp psoriasis as it can cause skin irritation and burning sensation when used on affected areas.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Mintop 10% Lotion is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may affect your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Mintop 10% Lotion is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as it is not known whether this medicine passes into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Unwanted hair growth
Mintop 10% Lotion may cause unwanted growth of hair on your face, arms and back. Make sure that it does not come in contact with your face while using it.
Temporary shedding of hair
Mintop 10% Lotion may cause temporary shedding of hair at the beginning of the treatment. This shedding is due to the growth of new hair at the place of old hair and subsides in a couple of weeks. Consult your doctor if the shedding persists.
Use on a shaved scalp
Avoid using Mintop 10% Lotion on a shaved scalp as it may not help in faster hair growth after shaving.
Self medication
Do not self-medicate Mintop 10% Lotion. It is available over the counter in pharmacies. Before using this medicine, it is recommended to consult your doctor to rule out the actual cause of hair loss.
Topical use
Mintop 10% Lotion is only meant for use topically on the scalp. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, nose or any other parts of the body. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.
Beard growth
Mintop 10% Lotion not recommended for beard growth. It is effective only for hair growth on the scalp.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Mintop 10% Lotion as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not use more quantities to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of Mintop 10% Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.

General Instructions

Apply Mintop 10% Lotion as instructed by your doctor. It is not necessary to shampoo your hair every day before using this solution.

Before applying Mintop 10% Lotion make sure your hair and scalp are totally dry. Apply it at the same time every day for 3 to 4 months to see hair growth.

You should not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after using Mintop 10% Lotion. Let your hair dry naturally after 2 to 4 hours of its application. This medicine may stain your clothes, caps, or bed sheets.

Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the date of expiry. Keep away from fire or flame as this medicine is inflammable.