Leaflet ALOPEXY 5% cutaneous solution
Minoxidil is a vasodilator used for the treatment of severe hypertension and androgenetic alopecia. For alopecia, it stimulates hair growth by improving blood flow to the scalp.
The medication is administered topically for alopecia or orally for hypertension, with the dose adjusted based on the indication and patient response. Common side effects include local irritation, excessive hair growth in other areas, and fluid retention.
Minoxidil is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the active substance or severe cardiac conditions. Its use also requires careful monitoring to prevent cardiovascular complications.
This medication is an effective option for managing alopecia and severe hypertension, helping to improve patients' quality of life.
The medication is administered topically for alopecia or orally for hypertension, with the dose adjusted based on the indication and patient response. Common side effects include local irritation, excessive hair growth in other areas, and fluid retention.
Minoxidil is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the active substance or severe cardiac conditions. Its use also requires careful monitoring to prevent cardiovascular complications.
This medication is an effective option for managing alopecia and severe hypertension, helping to improve patients' quality of life.
General data about ALOPEXY 5%
- Substance:
- minoxidil
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2016
- Product code:
- W56389003
- Concentration:
- 5%
- Pharmaceutical form:
- cutaneous solution
- Packing volume:
- 60ml
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for minoxidil
Concentrations available for minoxidil
- 2%
- 20mg/ml
- 5%
- 50mg/g
- 50mg/ml