Tugain (Minoxidil)

Last Updated on 13/12/2025

Tugain is an drug for Hair care in males, manufactured by Cipla Ltd, containing the active ingredient Minoxidil. It is prescribed for the treatment of Alopecia, a condition of male hair loss. The drug is available in three forms –

• Solution of 5% Minoxidil
• Solution of 10% Minoxidil, and
• Gel form

How Does Tugain (Minoxidil) Work?

Tugain works like a vasodilator. It eases the blood vessels on your scalp and therefore stimulates the hair follicles.

Long-term usage of the same can even help you in gaining new hair follicles. Otherwise, the medicine is usually recommended to males for stopping hair fall.

How To Use Tugain (Minoxidil)?

• Apply the solution or gel to the scalp and leave it for 3-4 hours to dry and then wash it off.
• Apply it two times on the scalp a day and ensure that the scalp is dry each time.
• If you are going to apply it and go to sleep, apply the lotion or gel at least 2 hours before you go to bed.
• Apply to the active areas where you are facing hair loss extensively. Do not apply them same on the same area of broken skin.
• Apply the lotion for 3-4 months to observe control of hair loss.
• Even more usage may give you the experience of hair growth.

Dosage Details:

• Apply the lotion on the dry scalp 2 times a day for 3-4 months.
• Among the 5% and 10% lotions, choose the lotion according to the hair loss you are experiencing.
• If you are experiencing heavy hair loss, then use a 10% concentration of Tugain (Minoxidil); otherwise, use 5% solution. In case you cannot decide on the right solution for you, apply the gel.

Missed Dose

There is nothing to worry about the missed dose. You can take it any time. Just ensure that you are applying the solution when the scalp is dry, and you have 4 hours’ time to allow it to dry.

Overdose

• If facing allergies, you must understand that either you are facing side effects from applying the medicine, or you have overdosed on it.
• If you applied it gently, then it’s an allergic reaction to normal use.
• If you have applied heavy concentration and are facing an allergy, contact a GP for advanced guidance.

Side Effects:

The Tugain (Minoxidil) is a Hair care product for male use that is available as an drug. Hence, side effects are not that much harmful or life-threatening. Still, you must keep a track of the adversities and, under critical conditions, must visit a GP for assistance. Here are the minor or major adversities you can face –

Common Side Effects –

• Skin redness
• Breast tenderness
• Eye irritation (allergic reaction)
• Hair growth on face or neck (ensure that you leave no drops left on any place other than the scalp)
• Headache

Severe Side Effects –

• Chest pain or issues with heartbeat (usually won’t happen if you have normal BP)
• Shortness of breath (medical emergency)
• Gaining unusual weight (effect of BP normalisation)

Precautionary Measures To Be Taken While Using Tugain (Minoxidil)

• If you face any sort of allergy, stop using the solution.
• If you have issues with excessive secretion of adrenaline and taking medication related to the same, do not use Tugain (Minoxidil).
• If you have faced heart failure in your life or in the recent past, do not use the solution before consulting a doctor.
• You can face hair shedding temporarily after using the solution. Continue the medication for a week to stop the hair shedding naturally. If not stopped naturally, stop applying the solution.
• If you are taking blood thinner, do not apply the solution. Both medicines combinedly reduce the blood pressure to an alarming rate.

FAQ

Q. How Many Times Must I Apply The Tugain (Minoxidil)?

Apply it twice a day. Continue the application (if not facing any issues) for 3-4 months to find the difference.

Q. Shall I Apply The Medicine To A Wet Scalp?

No, inversely apply the solution only to the dry scalp.

Q. How Long Shall I Wait To Wash The Solution?

Clinical guidance states you must keep the solution on your scalp for 4 hours. However, if you are going to sleep, you can keep the same overnight.

Q. Can I Apply The Solution Before Going To Bed?

Apply it at least 2 hours before going to bed. Ensure that you have applied the solution only to the scalp. Applying it on the neck or face (even if the solution drops down), you can experience hair gain on the neck or face.

Q. Is There A Need For A Prescription?

No, the drug is available without a prescription. To avoid counterfeit, get it from Powpills, the genuine store that sells the medicine.

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