Coverit Plus Spray (100ml)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Use Coverit Plus Spray in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor or as instructed in the label. Clean and dry your scalp before using it. It may take several months before you notice any hair growth. The first growth could be soft, colorless, and barely visible. Use it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Using more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may increase the likelihood of side effects. Use it for as long as the doctor has prescribed to maintain proper hair growth. If your condition does not improve after using it for 4 to 6 months, tell your doctor. This medicine is to be used only by men and not indicated in women.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Coverit Plus Spray is a combination of two medicines: Minoxidil and Finasteride, which treats hair loss in men. In men, the balding scalp contains small sized hair follicles along with increased levels of a male hormone that is believed to cause excessive hair loss and retards hair growth. Minoxidil is a vasodilator, which means it widens the blood vessels and provides better blood flow to the hair follicles. This prevents hair loss and stimulates re-growth resulting in longer, thicker and increased numbers of hair. Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor. It blocks the production of a male hormone in the scalp that stops hair growth, thereby reversing the balding process and preventing further hair loss.


Pharmacokinets

Minoxidil is a potent oral vasodilator acting on the arteriolar side of the circulation. Reflex tachycardia and sodium retention are consequences of increased sympathetic activity.Finasteride undergoes extensive hepatic metabolism to essentially inactive metabolites, which are eliminated through the bile and urine. The terminal elimination half-life (t1/2z) is 4.7 to 7.1 hours; but despite this, slow accumulation occurs with multiple doses.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Serve side effects of Coverit

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Flakes on scalp

Skin irritation

Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)

Fast heart rate

Pain in the chest, arm, or shoulder

Contra Indications

MINOXIDIL+FINASTERIDE is contraindicated in liver disease, urinary obstruction, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease or cardiac arrhythmia, sunburn, and psoriasis.

Pregnancy Related Information

Coverit Plus Spray is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

No interaction found/established


Breast Feeding Related Information

Information regarding the use of Coverit Plus Spray during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Children Related Information

Use with caution

Below 9years: Contraindicated

Indications

Minoxidil + Finasteride is a combination of two medicines: Minoxidil and Finasteride, which treats hair loss in men. In men, the balding scalp contains small sized hair follicles along with increased levels of a male hormone that is believed to cause excessive hair loss and retards hair growth.

Interactions

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Coverit Plus Spray may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Coverit Plus Spray may interact with the following drugs and products:

Clonidine

Nadolol

Nicorandil

Propranolol

Tretinoin

Typical Dosage

Check the label for directions before use.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Coverit Plus Spray, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Coverit Plus Spray has been prescribed for the treatment of hair loss in men.

Wash your hands before and after application.

It should only be applied directly to the scalp area. If Coverit Plus Spray accidentally comes in contact with your eyes, nose or mouth, flush the area thoroughly with cool tap water.

Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after applying Coverit Plus Spray or use a hairdryer as it can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

During the first 2 weeks of application, your hair fall may increase. This is normal and is a sign that medicine is working.

Take care that Coverit Plus Spray does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.

How To Use

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.


FAQs

Q. Can Coverit Plus Spray be used in females?

No, Coverit Plus Spray should never be used in females. Coverit Plus Spray is a combination of two medicines, namely, minoxidil and finasteride. As per the guidelines of FDA, women can only use minoxidil 2% to treat hair loss. So, it is better to avoid the use of this combination medicine in women until and unless advised by the doctor.

Q. Can I blow-dry my hair after applying Coverit Plus Spray?

No, you should not blow-dry your hair after applying Coverit Plus Spray. You may use the blow-dryer once you have washed your hair. But, it is advised to wait for at least 4 hours before washing or blow-drying your hair, as it will reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Q. Will taking a higher than the recommended dose of Coverit Plus Spray be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Coverit Plus Spray will not be more effective. Moreover, it can result in over-absorption of the medicine into the body and cause unwanted side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. How will I know if Coverit Plus Spray is working for me?

You will notice that your hair loss will gradually decrease. Also, you will be able to notice new hair growth that is soft and lighter in colour than the rest of your hair. Over time, this new hair will blend in with the rest of your hair.

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Coverit Plus Spray?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.