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  3. Lonitab 10 Tablet 10's

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Written By Divya L , PharmaD
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

Composition :

MINOXIDIL-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - LON0022

Author Details

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Written By

Divya L

PharmaD

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Reviewed By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM IST

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent the worsening of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Lonitab 10 Tablet passes into the breast milk. Please consult the doctor before using Lonitab 10 Tablet if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before using Lonitab 10 Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lonitab 10 Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Lonitab 10 Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lonitab 10 Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Lonitab 10 Tablet is recommended for use in children under 12 years of age only with a doctor's advice. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on the child's age and weight.

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Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/minoxidil.html
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/018154s026lbl.pdf
  3. https://labeling.pfizer.com/ShowLabeling.aspx?id=2199&Section=PPI

About Lonitab 10 Tablet

Lonitab 10 Tablet 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.

Lonitab 10 Tablet contains Minoxidil, a potassium channel opener. It dilates (widens) the blood vessels to promote blood flow, thus reducing high blood pressure.

Use Lonitab 10 Tablet as suggested by your doctor. Common side effects of Lonitab 10 Tablet 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). Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet . Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Lonitab 10 Tablet . 

Uses of Lonitab 10 Tablet

Hypertension.

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Medicinal Benefits

Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Lonitab 10 Tablet

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

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 Lonitab 10 Tablet . Lonitab 10 Tablet 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 Lonitab 10 Tablet . Lonitab 10 Tablet should be used in children below 12 years only when prescribed by a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MinoxidilGuanethidine
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MinoxidilTizanidine
Severe

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MinoxidilGuanethidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lonitab 10 Tablet:
The use of Lonitab 10 Tablet and Guanethidine can lower the blood pressure and slow down the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Lonitab 10 Tablet and guanethidine, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience lightheadedness, dizziness, headaches, fainting, or changes in your pulse or heart rate consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MinoxidilTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lonitab 10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lonitab 10 Tablet and Tizanidine can lead to low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Lonitab 10 Tablet and Tizanidine, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience lightheaded, dizziness, fainting, or changes in your pulse or heart rate consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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  • GUANETHIDINE
  • TADALAFIL

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Special Advise

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

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.

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