Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Acne vulgaris, Dermatological diseases, Allergic reactions, Hair loss |
| Therapy | Drugs For Alopecia |
| Side Effects | Blistered skin, Heightened susceptibility to sunlight, Salt retention, Hypertrichosis, Muscle weakness, Peptic ulcer |
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Molecule Description
Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol is a combination of three molecules, tretinoin, minoxidil and hydrocortisone. It is used to treat hair loss.
Uses
- Acne vulgaris
- Dermatological diseases
- Allergic reactions
- Hair loss
Contraindications
When should one not use Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components of Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol
- Systemic fungal infections
- Phaeochromocytoma
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Blistered skin
- Heightened susceptibility to sunlight
- Salt retention
- Hypertrichosis
- Muscle weakness
- Peptic ulcer
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You plan to be exposed to sunlight
- You have peeling of skin or any other skin condition
- You have glaucoma
- You have severe lung, liver, heart or kidney disease
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Tretinoin works by reducing the cohesive bonds between the follicular epithelial cells. It unclogs pores and causes skin peeling. Minoxidil stimulates growth of new hair. Hydrocortisone is a naturally occurring glucocorticoid, which reduces inflammation and therefore swelling and redness.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Minoxidil should be given along with a diuretic to prevent fluid accumulation
- Guanethidine and minoxidil cause rapid decrease in blood pressure
- Phenobarbital, phenytoin and rifampin along with hydrocortisone increase the clearance of corticosteroids
- Troleandomycin and ketoconazole may decrease the metabolism of corticosteroids
- Abrasive soaps and cleansers may cause adverse effects with tretinoin
- Products with high alcohol when used with tretinoin may cause adverse reactions
Dosage
Overdose
- Overdose of Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol may cause redness, peeling or discomfort
- Do seek immediate medical attention if you overdose
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose of Tretinoin+Minoxidil+Hydrocortisone+Alcohol, ask your physician for a new dose schedule. Do not use a double dose.
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