Alopec
Alopec Products are primarily used for
Hair loss
About Alopec Products
Uses of Alopec Products
Minoxidil is used in the treatment of hair loss. It is most effective in treating hereditary hair loss or thinning at the top of the scalp, not in front. Rarely, it may be used to treat high blood pressure.
Alopec Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alopec are Itching, Chest pain, Headache, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Rash, Dermatitis, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain, Fluid retention, Tachycardia.
How Alopec Products work
Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels to promote blood flow, thereby decreasing blood pressure to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). The topical application of Minoxidil on your scalp helps in increasing blood flow through the vasodilation process. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicle, which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. This is how it works to treat your hair loss (alopecia).
Patient Concerns about Alopec Products
Frequently asked questions about Alopec Products
Frequently asked questions about Minoxidil
Q. Is the hair growth by Alopec Lotion treatment permanent?
You have to continue applying Alopec Lotion for continued hair growth. If you stop using Alopec Lotion, the regrown hair may disappear after 3-4 months and balding or hair loss may restart.
Q. How long does it take to see results with Alopec Lotion?
Since hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time before you see new hair growth after starting the treatment with Alopec Lotion. You need to use Alopec Lotion for 4 months to see its effects.
Q. Do I need to wash my hair every day when using Alopec Lotion?
No, it is not required to shampoo your hair every day before applying Alopec Lotion. However, if you shampoo your hair, make sure your scalp is dry before using Alopec Lotion.
Q. How often should Alopec Lotion be applied?
The general recommendation is that Alopec Lotion should be used twice daily. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Alopec Lotion be used for beard growth?
No, Alopec Lotion 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.