Minosilk 2.5 Tablet

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Composition FOR Minosilk 2.5mg Tablet

Minoxidil(2.5mg)

food interaction for Minosilk Tablet

alcohol interaction for Minosilk Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Minosilk Tablet

lactation interaction for Minosilk Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Minosilk 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Minosilk 2.5 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Minosilk 2.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Minosilk 2.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Minosilk 2.5mg Tablet

Minoxidil(2.5mg)

Minosilk tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

How minosilk tablet works

Minosilk 2.5 Tablet belongs to the class of medicine known as potassium channel openers. It is an antihypertensive peripheral vasodilator. It works by opening adenosine triphosphate-sensitive potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle cells. This helps to dilate the arteries (blood vessels) to increase the blood flow and to decrease the blood pressure.

Common side effects of minosilk tablet

Hypotension (low blood pressure), Headache, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Weight gain, Tachycardia, Decreased white blood cell count, ECG changes

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Expert advice FOR Minosilk Tablet

  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activity require mental focus until you know how Minoxidil affects you.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking Minoxidil as it may cause increased dizziness.
  • It can cause salt and water build up in your body. Monitor your weight regularly and inform your doctor if you gain weight, as this could indicate that your body is retaining too much fluid.
  • It may cause increased body hair growth. This is reversible within one to six months of stopping treatment.
  • Do not stop taking Minoxidil suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Minosilk 2.5mg Tablet

Minoxidil

Q. What is Minosilk 2.5 Tablet and what is it used for?
Minosilk 2.5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as potassium channel openers. It helps in relaxing blood vessels. Widening peripheral blood vessels will decrease blood pressure. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood and helps in the treatment of certain hypertension cases.
Q. Can I stop taking Minosilk 2.5 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Minosilk 2.5 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Minosilk 2.5 Tablet suddenly, rebound hypertension may occur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
Q. How long does it take Minosilk 2.5 Tablet to start working?
Minosilk 2.5 Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 7 days.
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Q. For how long do I need to continue Minosilk 2.5 Tablet?
Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Minosilk 2.5 Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.
Q. What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Minosilk 2.5 Tablet?
He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.
Q. Who should not use Minosilk 2.5 Tablet?
People who are allergic to Minosilk 2.5 Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Minosilk 2.5 Tablet. Additionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Minosilk 2.5 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
Q. Can Minosilk 2.5 Tablet affect my sex life?
No, Minosilk 2.5 Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Minosilk 2.5 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)