TRIGAINE FORTE LTN

Overview

TRIGAINE FORTE LTN is a Schedule H drug.

TRIGAINE FORTE LTN is composed of: MINOXIDIL (12.5 %W/V), HYDROCORTISONE (0.01 %W/V), TRETINOIN (0.025 %W/V)

Minoxidil is a vasodilator that relaxes (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow. Minoxidil is used to treat severe high blood pressure (hypertension) that is causing symptoms or damaging your vital organs. Minoxidil is usually given together with two other medicines to help prevent serious side effects.

Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Hydrocortisone topical is used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis. Hydrocortisone topical will not treat skin infections. This medication is a corticosteroid, prescribed for severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, multiple sclerosis and skin conditions.  It is also used to treat certain types of cancer.

Usage

MINOXIDIL is generally used to treat: Hypertension

HYDROCORTISONE is generally used to treat: Eczema, Psoriasis, Deep Skin Infection, Arthritis, Asthma, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for TRIGAINE FORTE LTN and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, a heart attack, pheochromocytoma, or kidney disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or changes in vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal, or heart disease, diabetes, underactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, herpes eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis (TB), ulcers, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid contact with people who have infections. It may cause unusual changes in vision; if it is so consult with your doctor. It may affect blood sugar; monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Rinse with water if this medication gets in your eyes. Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MINOXIDIL over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting
HYDROCORTISONE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising

Common Side-Effects

MINOXIDIL : Lightheadedness
HYDROCORTISONE : Nausea, Heartburn, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Body Excessive Sweating, Cough, Throat Soreness, Fever, Chills

Serious Side-Effects

MINOXIDIL : Irregular Heartbeat, Ankles Swelling, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Gain
HYDROCORTISONE : Chest Pain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

MINOXIDIL : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling
HYDROCORTISONE : Skin Rash, Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings, Abdomen Pain, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

MINOXIDIL is categorized as: VASODILATORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
HYDROCORTISONE is categorized as: TOPICAL STEROIDS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for TRIGAINE FORTE LTN

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

TRIGAINE FORTE LTN

INR 567 for 30 ML LOTION

MINOXIDIL 12.5 %W/V, HYDROCORTISONE 0.01 %W/V, TRETINOIN 0.025 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

HAIRMAX FORTE SOLN

INR 584 for 60 ML SOLUTION

MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, HYDROCORTISONE 0.01 %W/V, TRETINOIN 0.025 %W/V