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Minscalp-F Solution

Manufactured byEast West Pharma
ContainsMinoxidil Topical (10 %w/v) + Finasteride (0.1 %w/v)
Description
Minscalp-F Solution is a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride. It is used to treat androgenetic alopecia (a genetic condition that causes hair loss) in men aged 18 and above. It works by preventing further hair loss and helps with hair re-growth. Minscalp-F Solution may rarely cause burning, redness, etc., at the application site. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.  Minscalp-F Solution should be applied topically to your scalp as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your condition. Minscalp-F Solution should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing heart problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. Close evaluation with respect to your current medicines (topical) is necessary to avoid any undesired side effects. This medicine is not recommended for use in women.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Minscalp-F Solution

  • Skin rash and itching
  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Acne at the application site
  • Skin redness at the site of application

Uses of Minscalp-F Solution

What is it prescribed for?

  • Androgenetic Alopecia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required by Minscalp-F Solution to start showing its effect is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Minscalp-F Solution remains active in your body 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 have been reported with Minscalp-F Solution.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended to be used by women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended to be used by women.

Allergy

Avoid using Minscalp-F Solution if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Scalp infections

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended if you have any infections on your scalp, such as psoriasis (a condition with red, itchy, scaly patches on your skin), due to the increased risk of severe side effects and worsening your condition.

Hypertension

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended if you have a history of hypertension (high blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended to be used by women.

Breast-feeding

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended to be used by women.
General warnings

Temporary shedding of hair

Minscalp-F Solution may cause temporary hair shedding. It occurs two to six weeks after beginning the treatment and subsides within a couple of weeks. If shedding persists for more than two weeks, consult your doctor.

Use in children

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to lack of safety and efficacy data.

Use in women

Minscalp-F Solution is not recommended to be used by women.

For external use only

Minscalp-F Solution is meant for external application, on your scalp only. If it was accidentally applied elsewhere, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. Accidental ingestion may cause serious heart-related side events. Hence, caution is required.

Infected skin

Minscalp-F Solution should not be applied to the inflamed (swollen), infected, irritated or painful scalp as it may worsen your condition.

For hereditary hair loss only

Minscalp-F Solution is indicated only for the treatment of hereditary hair loss and should not be used for other types of hair loss (hair loss due to childbirth, no family history of hair loss, or hair loss of unknown cause).

Undesirable effects

Consult your doctor if you experience hypotension (low blood pressure), chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, dizziness, unexplained weight gain, swollen hands or feet, persistent redness or irritation of your scalp while on treatment with Minscalp-F Solution.

Heart problems

Topically applied Minscalp-F Solution is poorly absorbed from the normal, intact scalp. However, if you have pre-existing heart problems, Minscalp-F Solution may increase the risk of worsening your condition. Therefore, inform your doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Other medicines

Topical application of other medicines which may alter the outer layer of your skin (scalp) could result in increased absorption of Minscalp-F Solution and may result in severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about the topical preparations (ointments, lotions, gels) that you may have been using before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Driving or operating machines

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness after using Minscalp-F Solution.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Minscalp-F Solution as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Minscalp-F Solution is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not use more than the prescribed dose.
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
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
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This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Minscalp-F Solution is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor.  Close the cover of the bottle immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the tube. For ease of remembering, use it around the same time daily. Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take at least two months for new hair to appear after treatment with this medicine.  Hair growth may be soft and very fine at the beginning of treatment with Minscalp-F Solution, but the re-grown hair will eventually become the same as your normal hair.  Discontinuation of the use of this medicine may cause the re-grown hair to disappear after three to four months, and your balding/hair loss process may continue.  If you have no improvement in your hair growth after one year of treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor for further management.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Minscalp-F Solution is a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride. Minoxidil stimulates hair growth and slows down balding in males. Finasteride decreases the concentration of a certain specific hormone in the hair follicles of the scalp to slow down and reverse the balding process.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Miscellaneous topical agents, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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