Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%

This is a solution that is used to help hair growth in treatment of the male pattern baldness. This medicine is useless for sudden or patchy hair loss, unexplained hair loss, or noticed hair loss after giving birth. Healthcare providers may prescribe this medication to treat other conditions not listed in this article. Hair4U Spray and Solution 5% contains Minoxidil as an active ingredient. Nonetheless, it also contains other inactive ingredients such as alcohol, purified water, propylene glycol, and others. Hair4U Spray and Solution 5% belongs to the class of medicines called vasodilators. Furthermore, do not use this product without the doctor’s prescription because you may notice unpleasant results.

The manufacturer of Hair4U Spray and Solution 5% is Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

How to Use Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%?

Using 1-2 times daily this medicine is considered the recommended dose, or as directed by your physician. Do not use Hair4U Spray and Solution 5% more often than is prescribed by a doctor because it will not treat your condition faster. In some cases, when you do not notice the desired result, your physician may gradually increase the dosage or even change the brand of the medicine. To get a better effect from this medicine, use it regularly at a fixed time every day.

• Wash and dry well your hands and scalp before using Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%.
• Fill the applicator with 1 millimeter of medicine, or use 20 drops.
• Apply the solution to the affected area evenly. After that, gently rub it in.
• Additionally, it is advised to wash your hands after use because it will decrease the risk of spreading the solution to your eyes, nose, or mouth. In any case, if you get this medicine in the places listed above, rinse with large amounts of water. Discuss with a physician immediately if the irritation lasts.
• It is not recommended to use this medicine in other parts of the body without the doctor’s approval.

A physician prescribes how long you should use this medicine, which may be up to 6 months. In case you see no improvements in your condition in the first month of treatment, talk with a doctor immediately.

Dosages

Doctors usually prescribe different dosages for their patients. It depends on your age, other drugs you may use, the severity of your health condition, and your response to therapy. In case you are unsure what dosage is better for you, avoid using this product or talk with a doctor. In addition, continue using this medicine even if you feel well because if you interrupt the treatment suddenly without the doctor’s approval, symptoms may return. Thus, your condition may become worse or more difficult to treat.

• Hair4U Spray and Solution 2%
• Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%
• Hair4U Spray and Solution 10%

Missed Dose

In case you miss a dose, healthcare professionals advise administering it as soon as possible. If it is too close to the time for the next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not apply an increased amount of this medicine the next time to make up because you may experience severe adverse effects.

Overdose

If you are using Hair4U Spray and Solution 5% more often than is directed by your doctor, you may notice an overdose. Therefore, if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms stop taking this medication and ask for medical help right away. Examples include shortness of breath, severe dizziness, fainting, slow or irregular heartbeat, and others. Talk with a doctor for more details.

Side Effects of Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%

All medicines may give you certain adverse effects and Minoxidil is not an exception. Overdose, allergy, and dehydration are some factors that can provoke adverse reactions. There are three types of adverse effects: mild, moderate, and severe.

Mild Side Effects

It is not recommended to ignore this category of side effects. If you notice any of them, contact your doctor right away. Check some examples below:

• Dryness
• Redness or itching at the application site
• Skin thinning

Moderate Side Effects

Commonly, this category of side effects is not dangerous for the patients and they can continue the treatment safely. Examples include:

• Irritation
• Small red bumps on the skin (folliculitis)
• Stretch marks

Severe Side Effects

This category of adverse effects may occur in rare cases due to an increased dose of Minoxidil. In any case, if you are noticing any of the following adverse effects, interrupt using this product and get medical help immediately. Your healthcare professional may be able to help you to prevent or avoid side effects. Check below some examples:

• Skin discoloration
• Acne
• Skin atrophy
• Burning or stinging of the skin
• Weight loss
• Vision problems
• Increased thirst or urination
• Extreme fatigue

Discuss with your physician if you experience any of the adverse reactions listed above or any other effects. This document does not contain all possible negative effects.

Drug Interaction

Minoxidil may interact with some medicines and substances and increase the risk of adverse effects or decrease the effectiveness of the medicine. Therefore, it is recommended to share a list of products that you are using with your physician before using Hair4U Spray and Solution 5%. For example herbal products, supplements, vitamins, prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, and others. Check some examples below:

• Naproxen
• Atenolol
• Aspirin
• Gabapentin
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Calcium Citrate
• Dolutegravir
• Potassium Citrate

Check some examples of disease interaction below:

• Renal dysfunction
• Liver problems

This document does not contain a complete list of adverse effects. That’s why it is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medication. In addition, it is not recommended to start, stop, or change the dosages without a doctor’s approval because you may experience unwanted results.

Precautions

Before using this medication, it is recommended to share your medical history with your healthcare professional. Additionally, tell your doctor if you are allergic to the ingredients of the medicine or if you have any other allergies. Examples include:

• Kidney disease (such as kidney stones)
• Cancer
• Diabetes
• Surgery
• Dehydration or fluid retention
• Abuse of alcohol and street drugs
• Heart problems (such as recent heart attack, angina, heart failure, and others)

You should use this medicine during pregnancy when is clearly needed only. Moreover, you should talk to a doctor before breastfeeding because Minoxidil may pass into breast milk.