Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Minoxidil(12.5% w/v)
Morr 12.5% Solution should only be applied directly to the scalp area in the amount and in the way specified on the label or by your doctor. Clean and dry your scalp before using it. It may take approximately 2- 4 months before you notice any hair growth. The first growth may be soft, colourless, and barely visible. Using more than recommended will not speed up hair growth and may increase the likelihood of side effects. This medication must be used continuously to maintain hair growth. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsen after using it for 4 to 6 months.
Morr 12.5% Solution is a medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss. It can prevent further hair loss and help hair to re-grow. It works by increasing blood flow to the hair follicles on your scalp, which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth.
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.
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
Common side effects of Morr
Skin irritation
Itching
pheochromocytoma
heart attack within the last 30 days
angina, a type of chest pain
inflammation of the covering of the heart or pericardium
pericardial tamponade, a disorder of the heart
fluid in the covering of the heart or pericardium
chronic heart failure
a disorder of the blood vessels of the brain
decreased kidney function
Morr 12.5% Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Morr 12.5% Solution is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Minoxidil applied to the scalp is used to stimulate hair growth in adult men and women with a certain type of baldness.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Morr 12.5% Solution 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. Morr 12.5% Solution may interact with the following drugs and products:
Clonidine
Nadolol
Nicorandil
Propranolol
Tretinoin
Duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Morr 12.5% Solution, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Wash your hands before and after application.
It should only be applied directly to the scalp. If Morr 12.5% Solution accidentally comes in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth, flush the area thoroughly with cool tap water.
Do not shampoo your hair or use a hairdryer for 4 hours after applying Morr 12.5% Solution 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 Morr 12.5% Solution is working.
Take care that Morr 12.5% Solution does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Q. Is the hair growth by Morr 12.5% Solution treatment permanent?
You have to continue applying Morr 12.5% Solution for continued hair growth. If you stop using Morr 12.5% Solution, the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.
Q. Can Morr 12.5% Solution cause weight gain?
Yes, Morr 12.5% Solution can cause your weight to increase. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products to manage your weight. You may also consult with a dietician to get a diet plan that suits you best.
Q. How long does it take to see results with Morr 12.5% Solution?
Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Morr 12.5% Solution. You need to use Morr 12.5% Solution for 4 months to see its effects.
Q. Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Morr 12.5% Solution?
No, it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Morr 12.5% Solution. However, if you shampoo your hair, make sure your scalp is dry before using Morr 12.5% Solution.
Q. How often should Morr 12.5% Solution be applied?
The general recommendation is that Morr 12.5% Solution should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Morr 12.5% Solution be used for beard growth?
No, Morr 12.5% Solution should not be used for beard growth. It is indicated only for growth of hair on scalp in patients with a family history of hair loss.
