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Cover plus topical solution (Minoxidil + Finasteride)

  • Minoxidil (5% w/v) + Finasteride (0.1% w/v) Topical Solution
  • The composition is indicated for the topical treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.
  • Minoxidil enhances microcirculation to hair follicles, Growth Factor (VEGF) is stimulated by minoxidil and VEGF is presumably responsible for the increased capillary fenestration, indicative of a high metabolic activity, observed during the anagen phase. Finasteride is a competitive and specific inhibitor of Type II 5-reductase, an intracellular enzyme that converts the androgen testosterone into DHT
  • 1 ml should be applied twice per day to the scalp, beginning at the centre of the affected area.
  • Pregnancy, Women, Patients with a history of sensitivity to minoxidil, ethanol, or propylene glycol, Treated or untreated hypertension, any scalp abnormality, shaved scalp, if occlusive dressings or other topical medical preparations are being used.
  • Should not be applied to inflamed, infected, irritated or painful scalp skin., indicated for the treatment of alopecia androgenetica and should not be used when there is no family history of hair loss, hair loss is sudden and/or patchy, or the reason for hair loss is unknown Inhalation of the spray mist should be avoided, Minoxidil contains propylene glycol, which may cause skin irritation. causes a decrease in serum PSA levels. Any confirmed increase in PSA while on drug may signal the presence of prostate cancer and should be evaluated
  • Contraindicated in pregnancy or lactation. is not indicated for use in pediatric patients.
  • Minoxidil should not be used concomitantly with other medications applied topically on the scalp Betamethasone dipropionate has been shown to increase local tissue concentrations, Topical drugs, such as corticosteroids, tretinoin, dithranol or petrolatum, which alter the stratum corneum barrier, could result in increased absorption of minoxidil.
  • The most common adverse reactions are Hypersensitivity reactions, Headache, Chest pain, Dermatitis, Peripheral oedema, Increased weight.
  • Dermatologicals and Cosmetologicals