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Mitoxess 5% Lotion Substitute

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Composition:

MINOXIDIL-5%W/V

Uses:

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is used in the treatment of Alopecia/hair loss. The detailed uses of Mitoxess 5% Lotion are as follows:<br/>• Hair Loss Treatment: Mitoxess 5% Lotion effectively treats hair loss by stimulating hair growth, increasing blood flow to the scalp, and prolonging the growth phase of hair follicles.<br/>• Promoting Hair Regrowth: $helps promote hair regrowth, thicken existing hair, and slow down hair loss, leading to a fuller and healthier-looking head of hair.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is a vasodilator that treats alopecia (hair loss). It stimulates hair growth and prevents baldness. Mitoxess 5% Lotion opens potassium channels and widens the blood vessels to increase the blood flow. This vasodilation process promotes blood flow to the hair follicles, providing sufficient nutrition and oxygen to the hair cells. This process of supplying oxygen and nutrients to the hair cell prevents its death and stimulates hair growth.

FAQs

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is used for the treatment of Alopecia/hair loss.

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is a vasodilator and widens the blood vessels promoting the blood flow. This process helps nourish the hair cells with the supply of oxygen and nutrients and thus stimulates hair growth.

You may notice hair shedding during the initial 2-6 weeks of treatment, which is normal. Hair loss gradually stops after two weeks of treatment. If it persists for over two weeks, stop using Mitoxess 5% Lotion and consult your doctor.

Hair growth is a slow process, and it usually takes four months to see the best results of Mitoxess 5% Lotion.

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is for topical use only. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Mitoxess 5% Lotion. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water. Do not blow-dry your scalp after using Mitoxess 5% Lotion. Do not apply Mitoxess 5% Lotion on shaved, inflamed, infected, irritated or painful scalp skin.

Mitoxess 5% Lotion is for scalp use; do not apply it on your face. If Mitoxess 5% Lotion gets in contact with any other body areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

It is not required to wash your hair daily after applying Mitoxess 5% Lotion. But, make sure your hair is dry before applying Mitoxess 5% Lotion if you have washed your hair.

Do not use Mitoxess 5% Lotion for beard growth. Mitoxess 5% Lotion is recommended only for hair loss on the scalp.

Do not freeze Mitoxess 5% Lotion. Please keep it away from direct sunlight. If you are using foam, keep the foam canister away from open flame or high heat since it may explode. Do not puncture or burn an empty canister.

You are advised to use Mitoxess 5% Lotion for as long as your doctor has told you. Using more than advised or more often will not increase effectiveness. Please follow your doctor's instructions.

The side effects of Mitoxess 5% Lotion include changes in colour/texture of the hair, skin irritation, dryness, redness, scaling of the skin and excessive hair growth. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

You must keep using Mitoxess 5% Lotion to make sure that your hair grows longer. If you stop using Mitoxess 5% Lotion, the regrown hair may disappear after 3 to 4 months and hair loss or balding may restart.

As hair growth is a slow process, it may take some time for you to notice new hair growth after starting the treatment with Mitoxess 5% Lotion. Use it for as long as it is advised by your doctor to see best results.