Description
Tugain 10% Solution
High-Strength Minoxidil 10% for Male Pattern Hair Loss
Tugain 10% Solution contains Minoxidil 10% w/v, a high‑strength topical vasodilator used in adult men to manage common hereditary hair loss. It increases blood flow to scalp hair follicles, helping slow progressive thinning and encouraging new hair growth when applied regularly as directed.
- Marketer: Cipla Ltd
- Salt composition: Minoxidil 10% w/v
- Therapeutic use: Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)
- Dosage form: Topical scalp solution for external use only
- Storage: Store below 25°C
How Tugain 10% Solution Works
Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener that causes vasodilation of scalp blood vessels, improving delivery of oxygen and nutrients to hair follicles. This enhanced circulation helps prevent hair follicle miniaturization and hair cell death, promoting thicker regrowth and reducing further hair loss, especially over the crown and top of the scalp.
Benefits
- Helps slow progression of hereditary hair loss in men and supports visible regrowth.
- Improves scalp blood flow to strengthen follicles and increase hair density over time.
- Most beneficial for thinning or baldness at the vertex and crown rather than a receding hairline.
Directions for Use
Use Tugain 10% Solution strictly as advised by your doctor or as directed on the product label. Apply the recommended amount directly onto the clean, completely dry scalp and spread it evenly over the affected area. Do not use more than the prescribed dose, as this will not speed up hair growth and may increase the risk of side effects. Apply consistently for several months to see noticeable improvement, and consult your doctor if there is no change or if hair loss worsens after 4–6 months.
Possible Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and tend to improve as your scalp adjusts, but seek medical advice if they persist, worsen, or if you notice any unusual symptoms. Accidental contact with other body areas can cause unwanted hair growth at those sites.
- Itching or irritation at the application site
- Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth outside the treated area)
- Rash or contact dermatitis
Safety Advice
- Age: Generally not recommended in people under 18 years or over 65 years unless specifically directed by a doctor.
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding: Not recommended for women; may be unsafe in pregnancy and lactation.
- Medical conditions: Avoid use or consult a specialist first if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, blood‑circulation problems, or hair loss due to medications or nutritional deficiency.
- Scalp: Do not apply on inflamed, infected, sunburnt, or broken scalp, and avoid combining with other scalp treatments unless your doctor advises.
Quick Tips
- Wash your hands before and after applying Tugain 10% Solution and keep it away from eyes, nose, mouth, and broken skin; rinse thoroughly with cool water if contact occurs.
- Do not shampoo or use a hairdryer for at least 4 hours after application, as this can reduce effectiveness.
- A temporary increase in hair fall during the first couple of weeks can occur and may indicate that the medicine has started working.
- Avoid allowing the solution to trickle onto your face to minimize the risk of unwanted facial hair growth.
- Use it regularly as advised; stopping treatment can lead to loss of regrown hair within a few months.
