SKU	CMS886
USA Brand Name	Rogaine
Strength	5% 60ml
Generic Name	Minoxidil
Manufacturer	Cipla, India

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)

What Is The Generic Name For Minoxidil?

Minoxidil is the generic version for Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

• Rogaine

About Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil):

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml contains an active ingredient, Minoxidil, which is used in the treatment of Hair Loss. It is most effective in treating hereditary hair loss/thinning at the top of the scalp (not in front). You may buy it from all the leading online pharmacy Stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores but can be given on doctor’s prescription only.

Dosage Form:

• Solution Bottle (Hair Care)

Manufacturer:

Cipla (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml.

Strength:

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml contains an active ingredient, Minoxidil 5% w/v, in a 60 ml bottle which may be available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading online pharmacy stores, medical supply stores, and drugstores.

What Are The Uses Of The Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

Minoxidil is used in the treatment of:

• Hair Loss

How Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil) Works?

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml is consisting of Minoxidil, a vasodilator, which basically widens the blood vessels and provides better blood flow to the hair follicles preventing hair loss and stimulating re-growth resulting in longer, thicker and increased numbers of hair

Before You Use Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Minoxidil
• Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

• You should avoid using any other hair products without consulting to your doctor
• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

You should avoid Minoxidil if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have any infection or inflammation on your scalp
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving
• You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are Allergic to Minoxidil or any of its contents
• Are using it since long without getting any effect
• Have any infection or inflammation on your scalp
• Are Pregnant/Breastfeeding
• Are having an infection which is getting worse even after using them

Dosage:

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml contains an active ingredient, Minoxidil, which is used in the treatment of Hair Loss and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor for the frequency and dose as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Patients are advised to take Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml at a fixed time as prescribed by your doctor.

How Much Of The Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Minoxidil.

How To Take The Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml should be taken at a fixed time once a day or as directed by your doctor. You need to apply on to the scalp and rub it and keep it for at least 4 hrs. Wash out the solution after 4 hours.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

You are always advised to use them as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose?

Contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting a Tugain 5% w/v Overdose

Missed Dose?

A missed dose should be applied as soon as you remember. Skip the dose you missed if it is the time for the next dose. Do not take multiple doses next time to make up the missed dose.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml (Minoxidil)?

• Unwanted hair growth in arms, back, face and leg
• Headache
• Redness of the Skin
• Eye Irritation
• Scalp Irritation
• Rashes
• Dermatitis
• Allergic Reactions
• Minoxidil in other dosage forms can cause more side effects not listed here.

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines may interact with Tugain 5% w/v w/v which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that a well-planned medication can be followed. Corticosteroids are the class of drugs which may interact with Minoxidil.

Warning And Precaution:

Tugain 5% w/v 60 ml should be used very cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity/Allergy
• Unwanted Hair Growth
• Scale Irritation (Allergy due to alcohol or propylene glycol)
• Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women
• You should not use it in conditions like:
• Androgenic Alopecia in men
• Pheochromocytoma
• Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions

Things To Remember:

• It must be applied to the scalp only; if accidentally it goes to eyes, or other sensitive parts wash them thoroughly with cool water.
• You should not wash or dry your hair till 4 hrs after applying the solution as it may reduce the effectiveness of the solution.
•  It is normal to see hair fall for initial 2 weeks (it is an indication that Tugain 5% w/v is working normally)
• Clean your hands and scalp before using it
• You should take care that this solution should not trickle down to your face or other parts as it may lead to unwanted hair growth.
• Keep out of reach of children

Indications:

Hair re-growth pattern differs from person to person. It may be possible that Tugain 5% w/v may not work for everyone.

Storage:

Store it at room temperature in a clean and dry place. Do not freeze it.