Mintop Forte 5% Foam belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used to promote hair growth in men with male pattern baldness.

Mintop Forte 5% Foam 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, colourless, 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. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsen after using it for 4 to 6 months.

The most common side effects of this medicine include itching, excessive hair growth, rash, and dermatitis. In case of accidental application in other areas, it may result in unwanted hair growth. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water if you get it in your eyes, mouth, or broken skin. Talk to your doctor if you are bothered by the side effects or if they do not go away.

People under 18 or over 65 should not usually use Mintop Forte 5% Foam. It may also 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 use other creams or lotions to treat other scalp conditions. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disease or blood circulation problems.

Uses of Mintop Foam

Benefits of Mintop Foam

In Treatment of Hair loss

Mintop Forte 5% Foam is a medicine used to treat common hereditary hair loss. It can prevent further hair loss and help hair to re-grow. 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. Mintop Forte 5% Foam 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 Mintop Forte 5% Foam. 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 Mintop Forte 5% Foam.

Side effects of Mintop Foam

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 Mintop

Itching
Chest pain
Headache
Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
Rash
Dermatitis
Hypersensitivity
Weight gain
Fluid retention
Tachycardia

How to use Mintop Foam

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

How Mintop Foam works

Mintop Forte 5% Foam 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).

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mintop Forte 5% Foam may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mintop Forte 5% Foam is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Mintop Forte 5% Foam is not recommended for use in women.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Mintop Foam?

If you miss a dose of Mintop Forte 5% Foam, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Mintop Forte 5% Foam

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Tugain 5% Foam

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₹1096.5/foam

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Hairjoy Foam

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₹765/foam

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Quick tips

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

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dialkylarylamines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Potassium Channel Openers (KCOs)

Patient concerns

Suffering from high hair fall n hair loss ???. Please suggest me what to do.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Mintop Forte solution at night over scalp

I am saffar hair loss problem heavy hair loss

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Mintop Forte solution at night over scalp

User feedback

Patients taking Mintop Forte 5% Foam

Once A Day

56%

Twice A Day

42%

Twice A Week

Thrice A Day

What are you using Mintop Foam for?

Hair loss

93%

Others

How much was the improvement?

Average

44%

Excellent

39%

Poor

17%

What were the side-effects while using Mintop Forte 5% Foam?

No Side Effec*

40%

Itching

40%

Increased hea*

20%

*No Side Effect, Increased heart rate

How do you take Mintop Foam?

With or witho*

75%

Empty stomach

25%

*With or without food

Please rate Mintop Forte 5% Foam on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

Is the hair growth by Mintop Forte 5% Foam treatment permanent?

You have to continue applying Mintop Forte 5% Foam for continued hair growth. If you stop using Mintop Forte 5% Foam, the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.

How long does it take to see results with Mintop Forte 5% Foam?

Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Mintop Forte 5% Foam. You need to use Mintop Forte 5% Foam for 4 months to see its effects.

Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Mintop Forte 5% Foam?

No, it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Mintop Forte 5% Foam. However, if you shampoo your hair, make sure your scalp is dry before using Mintop Forte 5% Foam.

How often should Mintop Forte 5% Foam be applied?

The general recommendation is that Mintop Forte 5% Foam should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Can Mintop Forte 5% Foam be used for beard growth?

No, Mintop Forte 5% Foam should not be used for beard growth. It is indicated only for growth of hair on scalp in patients with a family history of hair loss.

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