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UNIT:
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FDA PREGNANCY GROUP:
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INDICATIONS:
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SIDE EFFECTS:
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Contact dermatitis |
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Allergic reaction |
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alopecia, increased |
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burning of scalp |
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folliculitis |
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Chest pain |
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fast or irregular heartbeat |
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headache |
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hypotension |
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lightheadedness |
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neuritis |
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reflex hypertension |
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sexual dysfunction |
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sodium and water retention |
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vasodilation |
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visual disturbances, including decreased visual acuity |
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ABSOLUTE
CONTRAINDICATIONS :
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RELATIVE
CONTRAINDICATIONS : |
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Allergy to minoxidil or propylene glycol |
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Cardiovascular disease |
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Hypertension |
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Skin irritation or abrasion, including scalp psoriasis or severe sunburn |
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ADULT DOSE:
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Hair growth stimulant-
Adults up to 65 years of age: Topical, to the scalp, 1 mL two times a day.
Adults 65 years of age and older: Use and dose have not been established .
Note: The same dose is used regardless of the size of the area being treated. |
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MAXIMUM ADULT DOSE:
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PEDIATRIC DOSE:
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Hair growth stimulant-
Infants: Use is not recommended .
Children up to 18 years of age: Use and dose have not been established . |
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MAXIMUM PEDIATRIC
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ELDERLY DOSE:
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