Product Details

About MX-5 Solution 60 ml

MX-5 Solution 60 ml is an antihypertensive vasodilator that is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. Symptoms of high blood pressure include headache, dizziness, nose bleed, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness and dyspnoea (shortness of breath). However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.

MX-5 Solution 60 ml contains Minoxidil, a potassium channel opener. It dilates (widens) the blood vessels to promote blood flow, thus reducing high blood pressure.

Use MX-5 Solution 60 ml as suggested by your doctor. Common side effects of MX-5 Solution 60 ml include dizziness, breast pain/tenderness, increased heartbeat, fluid retention (oedema), nausea, and vomiting. These side effects do not require any medical attention and usually resolve with time. If you notice any other symptoms that are unmanageable, please consult your doctor for further advice.

Let your doctor know if you have a history of pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumour), kidney diseases, pulmonary hypertension, congestive heart failure, angina or chest pain, a recent heart attack, asthma, migraine, and seizures (fits). MX-5 Solution 60 ml may make you dizzy, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery; hence drive only when you are alert. Alcohol may worsen dizziness; hence please avoid or limit its consumption while being treated with MX-5 Solution 60 ml. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting MX-5 Solution 60 ml. 

Uses of MX-5 Solution 60 ml

Hypertension.

Medicinal Benefits

MX-5 Solution 60 ml is an antihypertensive vasodilator that treats hypertension (high blood pressure). It opens the potassium channels and widens the blood vessels to promote blood flow. This vasodilation process aids in reducing high blood pressure. 

Directions for Use

Swallow MX-5 Solution 60 ml as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of MX-5 Solution 60 ml

• Dizziness
• Breast pain/tenderness
• Increased heartbeat
• Fluid retention (oedema)
• Nausea
• Vomiting 

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have a history of pheochromocytoma, heart problems, lung diseases, asthma, migraine, fits, liver, and kidney diseases. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before starting MX-5 Solution 60 ml. MX-5 Solution 60 ml may make you dizzy, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery; hence drive only when you are alert. Alcohol may worsen dizziness; hence please avoid or limit its consumption while being treated with MX-5 Solution 60 ml. MX-5 Solution 60 ml should be used in children below 12 years only when prescribed by a doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: MX-5 Solution 60 ml may interact with drugs used to treat high blood pressure (guanethidine) and drugs used to treat impotence (tadalafil).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumour), congestive heart failure (the heart doesn't normally pump blood), angina (chest pain), a recent heart attack, pulmonary hypertension, asthma, migraine, seizures (fits), liver and kidney diseases, please tell your doctor before taking MX-5 Solution 60 ml. 

Safety Advice

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  Alcohol

  Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent the worsening of side effects.

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  Pregnancy

  MX-5 Solution 60 ml is a pregnancy category C drug and is not recommended to use during pregnancy since it may affect the foetus. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting MX-5 Solution 60 ml.

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  Breast Feeding

  MX-5 Solution 60 ml passes into the breast milk. Please consult the doctor before using MX-5 Solution 60 ml if you are a nursing mother.

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  Driving

  MX-5 Solution 60 ml may cause dizziness and affect your ability to drive and operate machines. Do not drive until you are focused and mentally alert while undergoing treatment with MX-5 Solution 60 ml.

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  Liver

  Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before using MX-5 Solution 60 ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing MX-5 Solution 60 ml.

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  Kidney

  Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using MX-5 Solution 60 ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing MX-5 Solution 60 ml.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week or about 30 minutes.
• Limit sodium chloride intake (table salt) in your daily diet.
• Quit smoking to lower the risk of heart diseases. 
• Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress.
• Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if you notice any fluctuations frequently, please contact your doctor immediately.
• Try including heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet.

Special Advise

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. Keep a check on your heart function using an electrocardiogram or ECG.