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Minoxidil – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: MINOXIDIL
Strength: 2.5 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 448.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Minoxidil

Class: | Antihypertensive, Vasodilator Use: | Treatment of hypertension; also used off-label for hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) Adult dose: | Initial: 5 mg orally once daily; may be increased to 10 mg/day based on response; maximum dose: 40 mg/day Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children should be approached with caution and under specialist supervision Side effects: | Common side effects include tachycardia, fluid retention, headache, dizziness, and hypertrichosis Contrai

Drug Class

Antihypertensive, Vasodilator

Uses & Indications

Treatment of hypertension; also used off-label for hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Par Pharmaceutical Companies Inc., United States of America

Package Size

100's Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 448.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial: 5 mg orally once daily; may be increased to 10 mg/day based on response; maximum dose: 40 mg/day

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in children should be approached with caution and under specialist supervision

Side Effects

Common side effects include tachycardia, fluid retention, headache, dizziness, and hypertrichosis

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to minoxidil; pheochromocytoma; coronary artery disease; use with caution in patients with renal impairment

Important Warnings

May cause significant hypotension; should be used with a diuretic and a beta-blocker to mitigate side effects; monitor blood pressure regularly during treatment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Minoxidil available in UAE pharmacies:

ALOPEXY 20 mg/ml Topical Solution ALOPEXY 20 mg/ml Topical Solution ALOPEXY 50 mg/ml Topical Solution Avogain 50 mg/ml Topical Solution HAIRGAINE 20 mg/g Scalp Gel HAIRGAINE 50 mg/g Scalp Gel HAIRGAINE FOR MEN 50 mg/ml Topical Solution For Scalp HAIRGAINE FOR WOMEN 20 mg/ml Topical Solution For Scalp HAIRGROW 20 mg/ml Topical Solution HAIRGROW 50 mg/ml Topical Solution

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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