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How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
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Regrow 5% Solution

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Marketer

West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Minoxidil (5% w/v)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

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

Regrow 5% Solution 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 Regrow 5% Solution. 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 Regrow Solution

Treatment of Hair loss

Benefits of Regrow Solution

In Treatment of Hair loss

Regrow 5% Solution 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. Regrow 5% Solution 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 Regrow 5% Solution. 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 Regrow 5% Solution.

Side effects of Regrow Solution

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 Regrow

Itching
Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
Dermatitis

How to use Regrow Solution

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Regrow Solution works

Regrow 5% Solution 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

Regrow 5% Solution 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

Regrow 5% Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Regrow 5% Solution 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 Regrow Solution?

If you miss a dose of Regrow 5% Solution, 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.

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Quick tips

Wash your hands before and after application.
It should only be applied directly to the scalp. If Regrow 5% Solution 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 Regrow 5% Solution 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 Regrow 5% Solution is working.
Take care that Regrow 5% Solution 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)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Regrow with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Procarbazine (Oral Route) Mild

Your doctor may monitor blood pressure. Concurrent use may cause an additional drop in blood pressure.

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Patient concerns

Any medicine or serum can grow new hair

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

not necessarily if follicles are. viable then it has chance to regrow

I am suffering from male pattern baldness since 5-6 years. How to regrow hair? Thank you.

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Hair fall If dandruff apply curd+ lemon juice before taking bath & hair wash with herbal shampoo. The first step that you can take to reduce hair loss is to massage your scalp with appropriate hair oil. Proper hair and scalp massage will increase blood flow to the hair follicles, condition the scalp, and enhance the strength of your hair?s roots. For natural and fast hair growth, you can use Indian gooseberry, also known as amla. Indian gooseberry is rich in vitamin C, of which a deficiency in the body can cause hair loss. Apply aloe vera gel or juice onto the scalp.Leave it on for a few hours and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Repeat the process three to four times a week.

How to regrow hair permanently I am facing baldness problem

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

I am facing hair loss how can I prevent it and how to regrow hair?

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Tab. Keraglo men once daily for 3 months. Hair spray Qilib Men Solution 6-8 sprays once daily at in morning for one month. Increase protein diet& green leafy vegetables Anaphase Shampoo / VICHY DERCOS Energising (Anti- Hair Loss) Shampoo. Blood test- haemoglobin thyroid If Bald Patches:- Tugain 5% Solution for application 1ml at night for one month.

Suffering from hair fall how to prevent it and regrow them ? It might due to hereditary.

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

User feedback

What are you using Regrow Solution for?

Hair loss

86%

Others

14%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

83%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Regrow 5% Solution?

Edema (swelli*

100%

*Edema (swelling)

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100%

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FAQs

Is the hair growth by Regrow 5% Solution treatment permanent?

You have to continue applying Regrow 5% Solution for continued hair growth. If you stop using Regrow 5% Solution, 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 Regrow 5% Solution?

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

Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Regrow 5% Solution?

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

How often should Regrow 5% Solution be applied?

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

Can Regrow 5% Solution be used for beard growth?

No, Regrow 5% Solution 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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Marketer details

Name: West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd

Address: Meldi Estate, Near Prasang Party, Sayona City, Road, Gota, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481

Country of origin: India

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