Tugain 5% Gel

Composition of Tugain 5% Gel

Tugain 5% Gel contains Minoxidil (5% w/w). It belongs to the Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent class of medicines.

Uses of Tugain 5% Gel

Treatment of Hair loss Hypertension (high blood pressure) Heart Failure

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Hair loss Tugain 5% Gel is a medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss. It can prevent further hair loss and help hair to regrow. It works by increasing blood flow to the hair follicles on your scalp
• which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. It is most effective for baldness or thinning at the top of the scalp
• but less effective at the front or for receding hairline. Benefits are less likely if you have been bald for many years or have a large area of hair loss. Tugain 5% Gel is not suitable for sudden or unexplained hair loss. It is considered a safe medicine. There are separate products for men and women
• and you should follow your doctor’s instructions carefully while using Tugain 5% Gel. Regrowth of hair improves your appearance
• boosts your confidence
• and enhances your social life. Use it regularly to maintain hair growth and to get the maximum benefits. Consult your doctor if you notice any changes in the hair growth while using Tugain 5% Gel.

How Tugain 5% Gel works

Tugain 5% Gel is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels. Therefore, when it is applied to the scalp, it helps to increase blood flow. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicles, which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. This is how it works to treat your alopecia (hair loss).

How to take Tugain 5% Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

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 Tugain 5% Gel, 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.

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 Tugain 5% Gel

Most side effects of Tugain 5% 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 Tugain 5% Gel

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 Tugain 5% 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 Tugain 5% Gel

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Tugain 5% Gel

Wash your hands before and after application. It should only be applied directly to the scalp. If Tugain 5% Gel 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 Tugain 5% Gel 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 5% Gel is working. Take care that Tugain 5% Gel does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

DERMA

Drug class:

Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent

Chemical class:

Dialkylarylamines