Vasodilator Tugain 2% solution contains minoxidil as an active ingredient that is used in the condition of androgenic alopecia i.e., known to be as pattern baldness in men and women. This topical solution can be directly applied on the scalp that may help in stimulating hair growth and ultimately solve the problem of hairloss.
Key Features
| About Tugain 2% Solution |
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| Drug Class: Vasodilator |
| Subclass: Potassium Channel Opener |
| Active ingredient: Minoxidil |
| Product Details | |
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| Composition | Active ingredients: Minoxidil |
| Packaging Type | Topical solution |
| Pack Size | 60 ml |
| Dosage | Apply a few drops of the solution to the scalp daily, massaging it in gently. |
| Active ingredients | Minoxidil |
| Manufacturer | Cipla |
| Shelf Life | 2-3 years from the day of manufacturing |
| Usages | It is used in Hair Regrowth. |
| Country of Origin | India |
How does Tugain 2% solution work?
- Minoxidil containing Tugain 2% solution may works by widening blood vessel due to vasodilatory action of minoxidil that leads to increase the blood flow to their hair follicles that promotes hair growth and strengthening the hair shafts.
- The growth phase (anagen) may also increase of hair growth.
Usage
- It can be used in treating androgenic alopecia.
- It promotes hair growth and stop hairloss.
Dosage
- It can be applied directly on the scalp 1 ml twice a day, do not exceed above 2ml per day.
- It can be applied twice a day in the morning and in evening.
How to use Tugain 2% solution
- Just part your hairs to expose the area and apply on dry scalp not on irritated skin.
- Use the dropper i.e., can use (20-40) drops of solution directly on the affected area.
- Massage gently, the solution into your scalp with your fingertips.
- Apply twice a day, use the Tugain 2% solution.
- Use Tugain 2% solution twice a day, i.e., can be used in the morning and evening.
- It may take 2-4 months to show results.
Side effects
- Scalp irritation
- Itching
- Redness
- Dizziness
- Unwanted hair growth
- Chest Pain
- Tachycardia
- Swelling
Interactions
- Avoid using other topical solutions like cream and ointment with Tugaine 2% solutions as it may interacts adversely and irritate the scalp.
- Alcohol based hair products may increase the absorption and also increase the risk of irritation.
- Aspirin, NSAIDS, it does not interact directly but it may can get you pericardial effusion, or cardiovascular risk.
Pharmacokinetics
- It is with minimal systemic absorption of about 1-2%.
- It follows hepatic metabolism.
- It may excrete through urine, may shows renal excretions.
Precautions
- It can only be used only for the ager group 18-65 years, those who don’t fall under this category may can get some side effects.
- Tugain won’t be working for non-hereditary hairloss cause.
- If Tugain is applied on an infection scalp like psoriasis, sunburn, dermatitis then this may increase the absorption and irritation.
- Minoxidil can stimulate catecholamines.
Conclusion
Vasodilator Tugain 2% solution contains minoxidil as an active ingredient that is used in the condition of androgenic alopecia i.e., known to be as pattern baldness in men and women. This topical solution can be directly applied on the scalp that may help in stimulating hair growth and ultimately solve the problem of hairloss. It may have some side effects and interactions that may vary from person to person, it is advised to consult a dermatologist or healthcare provider prior using any such topical solution.
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