Treat Hair Thinning Problems in Men and Women with Minoxidil Generic Medicine

Though it has been a long time since this hair regrowth medicine is available, but its mechanism of working is still not clear. In spite of this it is necessary to understand its mechanism as it will lead to further research and development in the field of hair growth. Generic Minoxidil is known as a potassium channel opener. Potassium channel openers act as vasodilators that inflate the blood vessels.

For proper hair growth it should be supplied with the proper nutrients such as oxygen, blood, vitamins and minerals. The patients losing hair might be having inadequate nutrient supply to the hair. In addition, to this a hormone Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) covers up the roots of the hair follicles. This also leads to inadequate nutrient supply to the hair. Generic Minoxidil removes these blockages and restores proper blood supply to the hair. This way hair loss is prevented and new hair growth takes place.

• Hands should be washed after application and contact to the inflamed skin should be avoided.
• If you are using any other medicine on the scalp, inform your doctor as it may interact with Generic Minoxidil.
• This medicine is meant for topical use. Do not take it orally.
• Use the prescribed dosage only. Additional application does not mean additional hair.
• Do not use on inflamed and injured scalp.
• Remember Generic Minoxidil is a drug and not a cosmetic product. Treat it carefully.
• People with allergy to any of its ingredients should not use it.

• Itching
• Scalp lacking moisture
• Skin irritation
• Skin allergy

Rush to the doctor immediately in case of-

• Severe scalp irritation
• Unwanted growth of facial hair
• Chest pain, fast heartbeats
• Swelling in your hands or feet
• Unexpected weight addition
• A light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
• Headache, dizziness, confusion
• Reddening of the skin

Which drugs cannot be taken with Generic Minoxidil?

Generic Minoxidil should not be applied if patient is taking one or more of the following medications:

• Amifostine
• Anthralin
• Blood-pressure-lowering medications
• Other topical (applied to the skin) medications
• Rituximab
• Topical corticosteroids (e.g., betamethasone, hydrocortisone)
• Tretinoin

What should be done in case of Overdose?

Contact poison control center immediately in case of accidental or intentional overdose.

What if a dose of Generic Minoxidil is missed?

Put on the unused dose as soon as you recollect. Avoid the unused dose if it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not use additional medicine to make up the missed dose.