Brintop F 5% Topical Solution

this is a combination medication which has Finasteride and Minoxidil as active ingredients. It is used in the treatment of hair growth and male pattern baldness. This medication does not affect receding hairline and baldness at the front part of the scalp. About 2 percent of this medication is used in women who have thinning hair. It falls under a category of drugs known as vasodilators.

On using may experience certain side effects. These are skin rash, itchiness, acne, redness of the skin, a burning sensation on the scalp, facial hair growth and a sudden increase in hair loss. Certain rare reactions that may occur in case too much of this medication is absorbed into the body are problems with

• Chest pain
• Fainting
• Dizziness
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Headache
• Lightheadedness
• Rapid weight gain

• Alopecia

• Allergy

• Pheochromocytoma

• Hypersensitivity

• Pregnancy

• Application Site Itching

• Skin Irritation

• Hypertrichosis

• Dry Skin

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 1to 5 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed in 1 hour after an oral dose and 4 to 5 hours after topical application.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is known to excreted through breast milk. It is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Brintop F 5% Topical Solution , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Minoxy F Solution

  Maxamus International

• Minokem F Solution

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Hair 4U F Solution

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Tugain Men Solution

  Cipla Ltd

• Minscalp F 5% Solution

  East West Pharma

• Morr F 5% Solution

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is a vasodilator. It works by opening the potassium channels, causes hyperpolarization and dilation of arterioles. This effect will relax the smooth muscle and reduces peripheral vascular resistance, thus reduces the blood pressure. It stimulates the hair growth by prolonging the anagen phase of the hair growth by promoting the survival of human dermal papillary cells (DPCs).

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Alprazolam

  These medications may lower the blood pressure if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any central nervous system medication. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Corticosteroids

  Corticosteroids like cortisone, dexamethasone, and prednisolone may reduce the effect of Minoxidil. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any of these medications and report if any symptoms of uncontrolled blood pressure. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Guanethidine

  These medications are not recommended together due to the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Any symptoms of change in the blood pressure should be informed to the doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Brintop F 5% Topical Solution?

  Ans : This medication has Minoxidil as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by increasing the flow of blood in the hair follicles.

• Ques : What are the uses of Brintop F 5% Topical Solution?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of hair loss and hair thinning. Besides these, it can also be used to promote hair growth in males. This medication is used to treat increased blood pressure caused by genetics or environmental conditions.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Brintop F 5% Topical Solution?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include irregular heartbeats, breath shortness, skin itching, redness, irritation, eye irritation, tingling in hands and feet, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Brintop F 5% Topical Solution?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.