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Suggest Treatment For Hair Loss While Using Androanagen Solution

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Posted on Mon, 24 Aug 2015
Question: Hi,

i am facing hair loss problem for 2 yrs and ahving treatment for 1 year. I am using androanagen solution. I would like to know that does this solution has have severe side effetcs?
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Answered by Dr. Sandip Kabra (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
The side effects are uncommon and minimal.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to health care magic,

The features of androgens produce side effects associated with their role in the body.

The oral form of this drug might be highly dangerous than topical.

Since androgens are responsible for male characteristics, they produce side effects characteristic of men.

These include increased growth of body hair, testicular shrinkage, increased sex drive, development of breasts in men, infertility, and development of severe acne on the face and back.

Androgens have also the potential for mental side effects which are mood swings, periods of mania, paranoia, extreme irritability, jealousy and delusions but these all are uncommon.

Discusse these side effects (although they are uncommon) to your treating doctor.

Hope this will help you.

Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Follow up: Dr. Sandip Kabra (8 hours later)
Hi

Just breaking the confusion , The solution i am using is ANDROANAGEN which is minoxidil aminexil topical solution not androgens fot hair loss control. I am not taking any tablets but vb7 hair. I am seeing the results. Just want to know shall i continue with this if you please can explain me that it does not have any issue with its use.

Attaching image also.

Hoping for a helping answer.

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Answered by Dr. Sandip Kabra (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Continue using the solution.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the clarification.

Minoxidil and Aminexil topical solution (brand name androanagen here) is used to treat and prevent hair loss primarily caused by androgenic alopecia. It works by reducing scalp damage and invigorating the hair follicles.

The active ingredients Minoxidil and Aminexil are used to stimulate hair growth and to slow balding,so if you are improving with this solution then continue it.

The side effects of this soluion are minimal which includes,
Irritation or stinging at the affected area where the solution has applied,nausea or vomiting,changes in pigmentation of the skin or hair or some allergic reaction if you are allergic.

So,better to avoid this solution from eyes and other mucosal areas like mouth or nose cavity.

Consult your doctor if you experience any type allergic or irritation of skin,otherwise continue using the solution.

Hope this will help you.

Regards,
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Suggest Treatment For Hair Loss While Using Androanagen Solution

Brief Answer: The side effects are uncommon and minimal. Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to health care magic, The features of androgens produce side effects associated with their role in the body. The oral form of this drug might be highly dangerous than topical. Since androgens are responsible for male characteristics, they produce side effects characteristic of men. These include increased growth of body hair, testicular shrinkage, increased sex drive, development of breasts in men, infertility, and development of severe acne on the face and back. Androgens have also the potential for mental side effects which are mood swings, periods of mania, paranoia, extreme irritability, jealousy and delusions but these all are uncommon. Discusse these side effects (although they are uncommon) to your treating doctor. Hope this will help you. Regards,