Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Composition of Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Anasure 5 mg Tablet contains Minoxidil (5mg). It belongs to the Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent class of medicines.

Uses of Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Anasure 5mg Tablet helps lower blood pressure by relaxing and widening the blood vessels
• reducing peripheral vascular resistance. It is beneficial in certain cases of resistant hypertension when other antihypertensive medications do not work or are contraindicated.

How Anasure 5 mg Tablet works

Anasure 5mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicine known as potassium channel openers. It is an antihypertensive peripheral vasodilator. It works by opening adenosine triphosphate-sensitive potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle cells. This helps to dilate the arteries (blood vessels) to increase the blood flow and decrease the blood pressure.

How to take Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Anasure 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Anasure 5mg Tablet, 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a fall in blood pressure and a racing heart when far too much is applied to the skin. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Anasure are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Topical minoxidil causes a burst of shedding in the first two to eight weeks. This is the old hair making way for new — it is expected, not a failure. Results take three to six months, and stop when you stop. This is a continuing treatment, not a cure. Finasteride must not be handled or taken by anyone who is pregnant or could become pregnant — it causes birth defects. Do not let a pregnant person handle broken or crushed tablets. Apply topical treatments to a dry scalp, not to hair, and wash your hands afterwards. Tell your doctor about any chest pain, dizziness, rapid heartbeat or sudden weight gain with minoxidil.

Do not take Anasure if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use on inflamed, broken or sunburnt scalp.

Interactions with other medicines

Avoid applying other scalp products at the same time of day unless advised.

How to store Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Anasure 5 mg Tablet

Anasure 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities that require mental focus until you know how Anasure 5mg Tablet affects you. Do not consume alcohol while taking Anasure 5mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. It can cause salt and water buildup in your body. Monitor your weight regularly and inform your doctor if you gain weight, as this could indicate that your body is retaining too much fluid. It may cause increased body hair growth. This is reversible within one to six months of stopping treatment. Do not stop taking Anasure 5mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA 2

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent

Chemical class:

Dialkylarylamines