Trugain 2%

✔️ Uses of Trugain 2%

• Hair loss

✔️ How to use Trugain 2%

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

✔️ How Trugain 2% works

Trugain 2% 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).

✔️ What if you forget to take Trugain 2%?

If you miss a dose of Trugain 2%, 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.

✔️ Side effects of Trugain 2%

• Excessive hair growth on the face
• Rash
• Edema (swelling)
• Skin irritation
• itchy scalp

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• Before and after applying, wash your hands.
• Just the scalp should receive direct application of it.
• If Trugain 2% Topical Solution unintentionally gets in your eyes, nose, or mouth, thoroughly rinse the area with cold tap water.
• After using Trugain 2% Topical Solution, wait 4 hours before shampooing or using a hairdryer as these actions may lessen the medication's efficacy.
• Your hair loss may worsen during the first two weeks after application.
• This is typical and demonstrates the effectiveness of Trugain 2% Topical Solution.
• Make sure Trugain 2% Topical Solution doesn't drip into your face because it might encourage the growth of unwanted facial hair.

✔️ How should I use Trugain 2%

• This medication is for external use on the scalp only.
• Do not take it by mouth.
• Follow the directions that come with the product.
• The hair and scalp should be dry before you use this medication.
• You do not need to shampoo your hair before each application.
• Do not use it more often than directed.

✔️ Indications of Trugain 2% Topical Solution

Minoxidil is prescribed to treat alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia in both men and women, as well as to stabilize hair loss in people who have the condition.

✔️ Pharmacology

By enlarging blood vessels and suppressing androgen hormones to affect hair follicles, minoxidil strengthens hair growth by increasing oxygen, blood, and nutrient supply to the hair follicle. Following topical application, the typical intaglio scalp retains a normal of roughly 1.4% of the total connected measurements. By increasing the connected measurements, increasing the frequency of dosing, and decreasing the stratum corneum's obstruction work, topical Minoxidil retention is increased. The assimilation rate of the medication through the skin determines serum levels of Minoxidil and the effects of topical Minoxidil on the body. Approximately 95% of the sedate that was taken systemically is eliminated within 4 days of stopping topical dosing. The majority of how minoxidil and its metabolites are excreted is through the urine.

✔️ Dosage & Administration of Trugain 2% Topical Solution

• The topical minoxidil solution should only be used on the outside and should only be applied to clean, dry hair and scalp.
• Start at the center of the affected area and spread the topical solution out to cover the entire area with 1 ml (7 sprays) of Minoxidil topical solution twice daily at 12-hour intervals.
• The total amount of application per day shouldn't be more than 2 ml.
• Before washing the scalp, the Minoxidil topical solution should be left on for about 4 hours for best results.
• To give the solution time to dry, the nighttime application should be done 2-4 hours before bed.
• Applying the topical minoxidil solution lightly rather than massaging the scalp is advised. To hasten the drying of the solution, avoid using a hair dryer as this could reduce its efficacy.
• Any type of hair oil should not be combined with a minoxidil topical solution.
• To reduce the risk of side effects and unwanted hair growth, the medication shouldn't be used more than twice per day, orally administered, or applied to any other parts of the body.
• Longer application times or more frequent use have no impact on hair growth.
• The patient should continue with the subsequent application of Minoxidil topical solution if they have missed any daily applications.
• If Minoxidil topical solution is applied with the fingertips, hands should be washed right away.
• Before there is evidence of hair growth, twice-daily applications of Minoxidil for 4 months or longer may be necessary, according to clinical experience.
• Minoxidil topical solution should be used for at least 45 days if not longer to stop hair loss.
• Selecting a specific strength of Minoxidil topical solution will depend on the level of hair loss or the type and extent of baldness.

✔️ Interaction

Topical: Corticosteroids, retinoids, and occlusive ointment bases may improve absorption. Potentially fatal: Guanethidine may cause severe orthostatic hypotension.

✔️ Contraindications

Trugain Topical Solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Minoxidil or any of the other ingredients in the formulations such as propylene glycol or ethanol.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. So, it is wise to use Trugain according to your doctor’s advice.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

Minoxidil topical solution is more likely to cause scalp irritation. If scalp irritation continues or worsens, the use of Minoxidil topical solution should be stopped. Before using Minoxidil tell your doctor 

• Frontal hair loss or receding hairline
• No family history of hair loss
• Sudden or patchy hair loss
• Unknown reason for hair loss
• Your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, or painful
• An unusual or allergic reaction to minoxidil, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breast-feeding
• Have a strategy to limit your time spent in the sun and use sunscreen, sunglasses, and protective clothes. Your skin might become photosensitive if you use minoxidil.
• Do not apply minoxidil to a sunburned or irritated scalp.

✔️ Storage Conditions

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light.

Some products may be flammable. Keep away from heat, fire or flame. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.