Lonitab
Composition for Lonitab Products
Lonitab Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Hair loss, Heart FailureProducts for Lonitab
Lonitab 5 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹478.5
Lonitab 10 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹703.13
Lonitab 2.5 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹187.03
Lonitab 1.25mg Tablet
bottle of 30 tablets
MRP₹281.25
Substitute brands for Lonitab
About Lonitab Products
Uses of Lonitab 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.
Lonitab Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lonitab are Itching, Chest pain, Headache, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Rash, Dermatitis, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain, Fluid retention, Tachycardia.
How Lonitab 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 Lonitab Products
- Wash your hands before and after application.
- It should only be applied directly to the scalp area. If Lonitab 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 Lonitab 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 Lonitab is working.
- Take care that Lonitab does not trickle down onto your face as it may cause undesirable facial hair growth.
Patient Concerns about Lonitab Products
Frequently asked questions about Lonitab Products
Q. What is Lonitab 5 Tablet, and what is it used for?
Lonitab 5 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 Lonitab 5 Tablet when my condition improves?
No, you should not stop taking Lonitab 5 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Lonitab 5 Tablet suddenly, rebound hypertension may occur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
Q. How long does it take Lonitab 5 Tablet to start working?
Lonitab 5 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 Lonitab 5 Tablet?
Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Lonitab 5 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 Lonitab 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 heartbeat.
Q. Who should not use Lonitab 5 Tablet?
People who are allergic to Lonitab 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 Lonitab 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 Lonitab 5 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
Q. Can Lonitab 5 Tablet affect my sex life?
No, Lonitab 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 Lonitab 5 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.