Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Minoxidil(5% w/v)
Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) 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, colorless, 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. If your condition does not improve or worsens after using it for 4 to 6 months, tell your doctor.
Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) is generally safe and suitable for most people but may have some potential side effects. The most common side effects of this medicine are itching and skin irritation of the treated area of the scalp. In case of accidental application in other areas, it may result in unwanted hair growth. If you get it in your eyes, mouth, or broken skin, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. Talk to your doctor if you are bothered by the side effects or they do not go away.
Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) should not normally be used by people under the age of 18 or over 65. It may not be appropriate if your hair loss is due to medications (such as chemotherapy) or any nutritional deficiency. You should also not use this medicine if you have high blood pressure or are using other creams or lotions to treat other scalp conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disease or blood circulation problems.
Inhibition of androgen effects on the androgen-sensitive hair follicles. Direct stimulation of the hair follicles: Minoxidil may act as an 'epidermal growth factor' on matrix cells delaying their aging, thus prolonging the duration of the anagen phase via the activation of the beta-catenin pathway.
Minoxidil is rapidly and completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, with peak plasma concentrations within 1 hour postingestion. The Vd is 2.8 to 3.3 L/kg, minimal plasma protein binding occurs, and the drug does not cross the blood-brain barrier.
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 Tugain
Itching
Chest pain
Headache
Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
Rash
Dermatitis
Hypersensitivity
Weight gain
Fluid retention
Tachycardia
Minoxidil is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the drug or its components (such as propylene glycol). The product labeled for use on men is contraindicated to use on women.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Minoxidil is used to stimulate hair growth and to slow balding. It is most effective for people under 40 years of age whose hair loss is recent. Minoxidil has no effect on receding hairlines. It does not cure baldness; most new hair is lost within a few months after the drug is stopped.
There are 4 disease interactions with minoxidil which include:
fluid retention/congestive heart failure.
ischemic heart disease.
pheochromocytoma.
renal failure/dialysis.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each), take 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 area. If Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) 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 Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) or use 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 Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) is working.
Take care that Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.
Check the label for directions before use.
Q. Is the hair growth by Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) treatment permanent?
You have to continue applying Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) for continued hair growth. If you stop using Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each), the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.
Q. How long does it take to see results with Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each)?
Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each). You need to use Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) for 4 months to see its effects.
Q. Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each)?
No, it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each). However, if you shampoo your hair, make sure your scalp is dry before using Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each).
Q. How often should Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) be applied?
The general recommendation is that Tugain Twins 5 Solution (60ml Each) should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
