Regaine for Men

What is Regaine for men?

 

Regaine for men comes in a gel form, which is applied on the scalp. It is used for the treatment of alopecia androgenetica in men who are in the age group 18-65.

Regaine for men gel is to be used on dry hair. Regaine contains a 5% concentration of the active ingredient minoxidil and is specifically designed for men who want fast results. This hair loss treatment works for 4 out of 5 men to stabilise hair loss and has been shown to re-grow hair in 3 out of 5 men. Regaine is more effective if the hair loss process has just started.

 

The standard dose is 1ml of the gel, which is applied to the affected areas of the scalp two times in a day. The daily dosage of Regaine for men gel should not exceed 2ml. Regaine use should be maintained to prevent further hair loss and maximise re-growth. If treatment with Regaine is stopped, pattern of hair loss before using Regaine is reverted.

 

How does it work?

 

Regaine works by increasing the supply of blood and nutrients to hair follicles, helping strengthen existing hair and stimulate secondary growth. This process produces thicker, longer, more-visible hair.

 

What are the contraindications for Regaine?

 

·                      Regaine for men gel should not be used by men who are sensitive to minoxidil, ethanol, propylene glycol, carbomer and diisopropanolamine

·                      This gel should not be used people who have treated or untreated history of hypertension

·                      Those people who have any scalp abnormality including psoriasis and sunburn should not use Regaine for men

·                      This gel is not for those who have a shaved scalp

·                      Regaine for men gel should not be used if other topical medications are being already used

·                      Regaine for men gel should not be used with drugs such as costicosteroids, tretinoin, or dithranol

 

What are the side effects of Regaine?

 

·                      Regaine for men contains propylene glycol, as active ingredient, which may cause skin irritation or itching

·                      Side effects of this gel also include redness and irritation on the scalp

·                      Some users may also experience chest pain, tachycardia, faintness, dizziness, sudden weight gain, and swelling in hands and feet

·                      Rare side effects may include hypotension

·                      Over usage of Regaine for men gel, may result in side effects

 

What are the precautions for Regaine?

 

·                      Regaine for men gel should be used on a normal and healthy scalp only

·                      If the user experiences hypotension or other problems such as chest pain, increased heart beat, faintness or dizziness, sudden, redness, and swollen hands and feet, then this gel should be stopped immediately

·                      Regaine for men gel should not be used in other parts of the body except scalp

·                      Users should wash their hands after applying the gel

·                      Contact of gel with eyes or other sensitive parts should be avoided. If accidental contact happens, then areas should be washed properly to avoid any irritation

·                      Regaine for men gel should not be stored in a temperature above 25 degrees centigrade

·                      It should be protected from heat, as it is flammable

 

Brief description

 

Regaine is available without a prescription. The active ingredient in Regaine is minoxidil. It is effective for the treatment of hereditary hair loss. It works by helping the blood flow to the hair follicle, stimulating, and prolonging hair growth. People with heart disease and angina or taking blood pressure medicines should not use Regaine. Some side effects of Regaine are redness, irritation of scalp, chest pain, tachycardia, faintness, dizziness, sudden weight gain, and swelling in hands and feet.