Lonit
Composition for Lonit Products
Lonit Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Hair loss, Heart FailureProducts for Lonit
Lonit 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹197.14
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Lonit 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹267.96
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Substitute brands for Lonit
About Lonit Products
Uses of Lonit Products
Minoxidil is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), hair loss and Heart Failure. It is most effective in treating hereditary hair loss or thinning at the top of the scalp, not in front. Rarely, it may be used to treat high blood pressure.
Lonit Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lonit are Itching, Chest pain, Headache, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Rash, Dermatitis, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain, Fluid retention, Tachycardia.
How Lonit Products work
Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener. Its vasodilation action expands the blood vessels to promote blood flow, thereby decreasing blood pressure to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). The topical application of Minoxidil on your scalp helps in increasing blood flow through the vasodilation process. This increased blood flow provides more nutrition and oxygen to the hair follicle, which prevents hair cell death and also enhances new hair growth. This is how it works to treat your hair loss (alopecia).
In Depth Information for Lonit Products
- Wash your hands before and after application.
- It should only be applied directly to the scalp area. If Lonit accidentally comes in contact with your eyes, nose or mouth, flush the area thoroughly with cool tap water.
- Do not shampoo your hair for 4 hours after applying Lonit or use hairdryer as it can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
- During the first 2 weeks of application, your hair fall may increase. This is normal and is a sign that Lonit is working.
- Take care that Lonit does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.
Patient Concerns about Lonit Products
Frequently asked questions about Lonit Products
Q. What is Lonit 5mg Tablet, and what is it used for?
Lonit 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as potassium channel openers. It helps relax blood vessels. Widening peripheral blood vessels will decrease blood pressure. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump blood and helps in the treatment of certain hypertension cases.
Q. Can I stop taking Lonit 5mg Tablet when my condition improves?
No, you should not stop taking Lonit 5mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Lonit 5mg Tablet suddenly, rebound hypertension may occur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
Q. How long does it take Lonit 5mg Tablet to start working?
Lonit 5mg Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 7 days.
Q. For how long do I need to continue Lonit 5mg Tablet?
Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Lonit 5mg Tablet is generally prescribed for the long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.
Q. What if somebody accidentally takes an excess of Lonit 5mg 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 heartbeat.
Q. Who should not use Lonit 5mg Tablet?
People who are allergic to Lonit 5mg 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 Lonit 5mg 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 Lonit 5mg Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
Q. Can Lonit 5mg Tablet affect my sex life?
No, Lonit 5mg 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 Lonit 5mg Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.