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Indications

Loniten is a medication used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure. It contains minoxidil, a powerful antihypertensive agent, and is used to control severely elevated blood pressure that is not manageable by other means.

Loniten works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking this medication and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice a day.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight. Your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Take this medication and your other blood pressure medications regularly to get the most benefit from them. To help you remember, take them at the same time(s) each day. Keep taking your medications even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

It may take several days to a couple of weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens (your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).

Side Effects

Common Side Effects include:

• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Increased darkening of fine body hairs
• Breast tenderness

In most cases, the adverse effects of this prescription medication are mild and will subside after a few days. In case of adverse reactions, or if they worsen, consult your doctor or any healthcare professional right away.

Severe side effects include:

• Shortness of breath
• Unusual tiredness
• Fainting
• Sudden weight gain
• Swelling ankles and feet
• Irregular heartbeat
• Wheezing
• Skin pain

This is not a complete/full list of Loniten side effects.

Cautions

Before taking minoxidil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: pheochromocytoma, heart problems (such as heart failure, chest pain, recent heart attack), kidney disease, and certain lung diseases (pulmonary hypertension).

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This drug passes into breast milk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Loniten is available in the following form and strengths:

• Loniten Tablet:
  • 2.5 mg
  • 10 mg
• Minoxidil Tablet:
  • 2.5 mg
  • 5 mg
  • 10 mg

FAQ

How long does Loniten take to work?

This type of medication may start to act immediately after your first dosage. However, it may take a few days to weeks before you experience the full benefits of this treatment.

Is Loniten a blood thinner?

This oral medication is not a blood thinner. This is a vasodilator that lowers blood pressure by expanding and relaxing certain blood vessels.

Can Loniten cause chest pain?

Most of the adverse effects caused by this oral tablet are mild and manageable. However, among its serious adverse effects are chest pain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat.

Who should not use Loniten?

This medication should not be used as the first treatment for hypertension. Additionally, this must not be given to patients under the age of 18.

Does Loniten cause weight gain?

Weight gain is a rare side effect of minoxidil. If you suddenly gain weight while taking this drug, you should immediately notify your physician or healthcare provider.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6877/loniten-oral/details
2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/018154s026lbl.pdf
3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/loniten.html