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Minoxidil S Capsule

Minoxidil S Capsule

OTC medicationHard capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Medicinal Yeast›100mg / 1 capsuleKeratin›20mg / 1 capsuleThiamine Nitrate›60mg / 1 capsuleCalcium Pantothenate›60mg / 1 capsuleL-Cystine›20mg / 1 capsulep-Aminobenzoic Acid›20mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
현대약품(주)
Appearance
Upper part of the opaque hard capsule contains a light gray powder, red-brown in color, and the lower part is pale yellow.
Packaging
90 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 9)], 120 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 12)], 180 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 9) x 2], 360 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 36)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200903837 · Notified 2009.05.29

Summary

Main use
Improvement of damaged hair and nail growth, adjunctive treatment for hair loss
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults: take 1 capsule 3 times a day after meals.
Child dose
Children aged 12 and above: take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times a day after meals. Not to be taken by children under 12.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
현대약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of damaged hair and nail growth, adjunctive treatment for hair loss

  • Damaged hair
  • non-infectious nail growth deficiency
  • hair loss
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This medication helps in the recovery of damaged hair and improves the growth deficiency of nails that are not due to infectious diseases. It is also used as adjunctive therapy for patients with hair loss to enhance hair health.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: take 1 capsule 3 times a day after meals.

Child dose

Children aged 12 and above: take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times a day after meals. Not to be taken by children under 12.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by anyone allergic to this medicine or its components. Additionally, children under 12 years of age should not take this medicine. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and nursing mothers should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. If gastrointestinal discomfort such as stomach pain or vomiting, sweating, rapid heartbeat, itching, hives, headache, dizziness, or flushing occurs during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. If unwanted hair grows in areas other than the head, or if symptoms do not improve after taking it as directed for 3 to 4 months, stop taking it and consult a doctor. Caution is required when taking this medicine with sulfonamide drugs. It is advisable not to use it for hair loss due to scarring or male pattern baldness. Diabetic patients can take this medicine, but it is safer to consult a professional before use. The average treatment period is about 3 to 6 months. Do not take expired medicines, and store them in a safe place out of the reach of children. Additionally, storing the medicine outside its original container may degrade quality or lead to misuse, so it should always be kept in its original container tightly closed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives

Mild side effects

Stomach pain, vomiting, sweating, tachycardia, itching, headache, dizziness, flushing, hair growth in body areas other than the head.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medicine should be used with sulfonamide drugs only after consulting with a doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

This medicine is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that protects it from light. Additionally, it is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Upper part of the opaque hard capsule contains a light gray powder, red-brown in color, and the lower part is pale yellow.

Package unit

90 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 9)], 120 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 12)], 180 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 9) x 2], 360 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 36)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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