Lonit 10mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as vasodilators. It is used in the treatment of hair loss. It slows down the progression of hair loss. This medicine promotes hair growth by increasing the blood flow to hair follicles by widening the blood vessels. Lonit 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the exact dose and duration for as long as your doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits. Do not stop taking the medicine until you have finished the complete course. The effects are lost if the medication is stopped. Some common side effects of this medicine include excessive hair (hypertrichosis), temporary shedding (hair thinning), ankle swelling and fluid retention, low blood pressure and feeling light-headed, increased heart rate, and headache. Consult your doctor if they last for a long time or get worse. Lonit 10mg Tablet may not be suitable if your hair loss is caused by medicines (as in chemotherapy) or a nutritional deficiency. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or if you are using other creams or lotions to treat scalp conditions. Additionally, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Lightheadedness
• Skin irritation
• Itching

If you miss a dose of Lonit 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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• Q. Q. What is Lonit 10mg Tablet and what is it used for??
  Ans: Lonit 10mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as potassium channel openers. It helps in the removal of potassium from the walls of arteries resulting in widening of the arteries. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. It is prescribed to patients of stable angina (heart-related chest pain) who cannot take other medicines (beta blockers, calcium channel antagonist) meant for angina.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Lonit 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, you should not stop taking Lonit 10mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Lonit 10mg Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
• Q. Q. How long does it take Lonit 10mg Tablet to start working??
  Ans: Lonit 10mg Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 4 to 5 days.
• Q. Q. For how long do I need to continue Lonit 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Lonit 10mg Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.
• Q. Q. What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Lonit 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.
• Q. Q. Can I take Lonit 10mg Tablet if I am taking aspirin??
  Ans: You should avoid taking Lonit 10mg Tablet and aspirin together. Taking these two medicines together increases the risk of ulcer or bleeding in the mouth, stomach or intestine. Immediately consult your doctor, If you notice blood in your stool or vomit while using Lonit 10mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. Who should not use Lonit 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: People who are allergic to Lonit 10mg Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Lonit 10mg Tablet. Additionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Lonit 10mg Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
• Q. Q. Can Lonit 10mg Tablet affect my sex life??
  Ans: No, Lonit 10mg Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Lonit 10mg Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

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