Important Safety Information for Minoxidil (LoxOral®)
Hair Loss

Minoxidil (LoxOral®)

Clinically proven oral minoxidil for effective hair loss treatment when topical applications are not suitable or effective.

What is the FDA-approved use of Minoxidil (LoxOral®)?

Oral minoxidil is used:

  • For androgenetic alopecia when topical treatments are ineffective.
  • For patients who cannot tolerate topical minoxidil applications.
  • For more extensive hair loss requiring systemic treatment.

Limitations of Use:

  • Requires regular cardiovascular monitoring.
  • Not suitable for patients with heart or kidney disease.
  • May cause unwanted body hair growth.

Oral minoxidil requires careful medical supervision and regular monitoring.

Who should not use Minoxidil (LoxOral®)?

Do not use oral minoxidil if:

  • You have heart disease, including heart failure or recent heart attack.
  • You have kidney disease or are on dialysis.
  • You have uncontrolled high blood pressure.
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • You have a history of fluid retention or edema.

How should Minoxidil (LoxOral®) be administered?

Take exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Start with the lowest dose and increase gradually as tolerated.

Important: Regular blood pressure monitoring and cardiovascular assessments are required during treatment.

Side Effects Information

Common Side Effects

Cardiovascular

  • Fluid retention (15% to 25%)
  • Increased heart rate (10% to 20%)
  • Lower leg swelling (10% to 15%)

Dermatologic

  • Unwanted body hair growth (80% to 90%)

Neurologic

  • Dizziness (5% to 10%)

General

  • Fatigue (5% to 8%)

Serious Side Effects

Cardiovascular

  • Heart failure
  • Pericardial effusion
  • Severe hypotension
  • Angina

Renal

  • Kidney function deterioration

Hematologic

  • Blood count abnormalities

Contact Information

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This medication requires intensive medical supervision. Please see the full Prescribing Information for complete safety information.