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X-pecia Pro 5% Gel

Manufactured byAMWILL HEALTHCARE
ContainsMinoxidil Topical (5 %w/v) + Finasteride (0.1 %w/v)
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Description

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride. It is used in the treatment of male pattern baldness (hair loss on the scalp in men). It improves blood circulation to the hair follicles, nourishes them, and prevents further hair fall. Thus, it allows the regrowth of healthy, thick, and long hair. X-pecia Pro 5% Gel shows some side effects like redness/dryness/ itching/irritation at the site of application, and excess facial hair growth. If these side effects persist for a long time, consult your doctor. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is meant for application on the scalp only. Clean and dry the scalp before application. Apply it on the hair loss area of the scalp as instructed by your doctor. Allow it to dry naturally and do not use a dryer as it reduces the effectiveness of the medicine. Avoid contact with your eyes, mouth, nose, broken skin, etc. You may observe hair growth within four months to one year. Consult your doctor if you do not see any change even after applying it for six months. X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in children below 18 years, women, and the elderly as the safety and efficacy data for use are not available. Use this medicine with caution if you have altered blood pressure or heart problems. Inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or taking any other medicines.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for X-pecia Pro 5% Gel

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for X-pecia Pro 5% Gel

Redness of scalp

Eye irritation

Increase hair growth on face, arms and back

Headache

Chills or cold sweats

Swelling of face and lips

Decreased interest in sexual intercourse

Runny Nose

Itching or rash in the scalp area

Dry scalp

Uses of X-pecia Pro 5% Gel

What is it prescribed for?

Androgenetic Alopecia

Androgenetic alopecia is a common condition that causes hair loss in men and women. This condition in men is known as male-pattern baldness. It is characterised by a gradual decrease in the size of hair follicles leading to baldness over time. X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is used in the treatment of hair loss in men.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effects of X-pecia Pro 5% Gel can be observed within four months of beginning the treatment.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which X-pecia Pro 5% Gel remains active is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for X-pecia Pro 5% Gel.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid using X-pecia Pro 5% Gel if you are allergic to it. If you develop any allergic symptoms like hives (itchy, painful eruptions on the skin), rash, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck, etc., consult your doctor immediately.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in women.

General warnings

Scalp irritation

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel may cause scalp irritation. Inform your doctor if this effect persists for a long time.

Temporary shedding of hair

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel 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 in children

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in children below the age of 18 years as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Use in women

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in women.

Use in elderly

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not recommended for use in the elderly as the safety and efficacy data for use are not available.

Missed Dose

If you missed a dose of X-pecia Pro 5% Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Guanethidine

Disease interactions

Heart diseases

Use X-pecia Pro 5% Gel with extreme caution if you have heart problems like irregular heartbeat, mild to moderate heart failure, high blood pressure, etc., as it may worsen your condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
Use X-pecia Pro 5% Gel as prescribed by your doctor. Do not apply more or fewer amounts than prescribed. This medicine is recommended for use only in men. This solution should be applied at the same time every day for four months to see hair growth. Consult your doctor if you do not see any change even after using it for six months. Inform your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

X-pecia Pro 5% Gel is a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride. Minoxidil widens the blood vessels and provides better blood flow to the hair follicles. Finasteride blocks the production of a male hormone in the scalp that stops hair growth. Thus it increases hair regrowth and prevents hair loss.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous topical agents, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

CiplaMed. 2021. TUGAIN MEN Solution. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 29 September 2021].

https://ciplamed.com/content/tugain-men-solution>

Drugs, H., 2021. Minoxidil Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 29 September 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a689003.html>

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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Nov 2021

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