Minoxidil + Supplements

Patient Drug Information
Minoxidil + Supplements 
For the treatment of hair loss

FPG-BOE-MINOXBIOTIN-PIB-OH03

About your medication: Written information about this prescription has been provided for you. Please read this information before you take this medication. If you have questions concerning this prescription, a pharmacist is available during normal business hours to answer these questions.

Your compounded medication’s ingredients were customized to your prescription. Please refer to your medication label to determine which of the following ingredients are contained in your medication. 

This is a compounded prescription product and has not been approved by the FDA. The FDA does not verify the safety, effectiveness, or quality of compounded drugs.

Important Information: 
This should only be taken by the patient whose name appears on the prescription label.

• Active Ingredients and Common Side Effects
• Your tablet may contain one or more of the following ingredients: Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, or Zinc Sulfate.
  • Minoxidil is a blood pressure medication used off-label orally at low doses to treat hair loss.
    • The most common side effect of low dose oral minoxidil is hypertrichosis, or excessive hair growth on the face or body. Other side effects of low dose oral minoxidil include, but are not limited to, the following: lightheadedness, headaches, palpitations, leg swelling, swelling around the eyes, nausea and vomiting, and rash. Low dose oral minoxidil may cause increased hair shedding with initial use. This is an expected side effect that will improve with continued minoxidil use.
    • Minoxidil may take 6-12 months until the full effect is realized. If taking minoxidil at the prescribed doses does not improve your hair growth, contact your medical provider.
  • Biotin is a B vitamin used orally to supplement the diet.
    • Biotin is generally well tolerated, but when taken in excess, biotin side effects can include stomachache, trouble sleeping, excessive thirst, skin rashes, digestive upset, problems with insulin release, and kidney problems. Taking more than 5 milligrams a day can cause false lab results.
  • Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) is a B vitamin used orally to supplement the diet.
    • Vitamin B5 is generally well tolerated, but very high doses may cause diarrhea and may increase the risk of bleeding.
  • Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is a B vitamin used orally to supplement the diet.
    • Vitamin B6 may make you feel sleepy.
  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is an antioxidant and vitamin used orally to supplement the diet.
    • Vitamin C is generally well tolerated, but in high doses can cause diarrhea, upset stomach, or throwing up.
  • Zinc Sulfate is a mineral used orally to supplement the diet.
    • When taken in excess, zinc side effects can include indigestion, diarrhea, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

• Directions for Use
  • Refer to your prescription label for your prescriber’s directions and recommended dose and frequency.
  • Chewable tablets or gummy: Chew and swallow one tablet/gummy by mouth once daily.
  • Swallowable tablets: Take one tablet by mouth once daily.

• Storage
  • Store your compounded medication at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C) in the packaging provided by the pharmacy until you need it. Keep out of reach of children.
  • Under certain circumstances a prescription drug’s effectiveness may be affected by exposure to extremes of heat, cold, or humidity.

• Precautions and contraindications
  • Do not take this medication if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Make sure to inform all your healthcare providers that you are taking oral minoxidil especially when prescribed new medications.
  • Do not take Minoxidil if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Minoxidil is contraindicated for patients diagnosed with an adrenal tumor called pheochromocytoma.
  • Tell your provider if you have had a recent heart attack or history of cardiovascular conditions before starting minoxidil therapy.
  • Minoxidil may cause changes to your EKG; tell your doctor prior to an EKG if you are taking oral minoxidil.
  • Large doses (>2000 mg per day) of Vitamin C can increase your risk of kidney stones.
  • Taking very high doses of zinc is likely unsafe and might cause stomach pain, vomiting, and many other problems. Do not take this compounded tablet if you are taking other medications or supplements that include Zinc.
  • High amounts of biotin can create false positives in laboratory tests, including specific tests to aid in the diagnosis of a heart attack. Stop taking this medication and consult with your healthcare provider if you experience any of these symptoms.

• Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose of the medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Check your prescription label for the correct dose prescribed by your medical provider.

• Additional Information
  • Our pharmacy may use imprinted codes stamped into your tablet for pill identification purposes. These codes do not align with generic drug imprinting defined by the FDA. If you have questions about your compounded tablet’s unique imprint code, please contact the pharmacy using the number on the label of your prescription product.

Questions

This written information may not cover all possible information. If you have any questions, contact your pharmacist or medical provider.

A local or a toll-free telephone service is available, staffed by registered pharmacists, to answer questions about your medication. You can find the number for the pharmacy on the label of your prescription product.

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