Mintop 5%

Scalp solution · Dr. Reddy's
USUALLY SOLD WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION

Mintop 5% is a scalp solution made by Dr. Reddy's that contains Minoxidil 5%. Minoxidil is a hair regrowth solution: applied to the scalp to slow hair loss and regrow hair.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Minoxidil (topical)5%

What it is used for

Applied to the scalp to slow hair loss and regrow hair.

How it works

Applied to the scalp, minoxidil prolongs the hair growth phase and enlarges follicles, slowing or partly reversing hereditary hair loss.

How to take it

Apply 1 ml of solution (or half a cap of foam) to a dry scalp twice a day and do not wash for 4 hours. Results take 3 to 6 months, and hair lost again if stopped. Initial extra shedding is normal.

Common side effects

  • Scalp itching, dryness or dandruff
  • Unwanted facial hair (especially women)

Get medical help straight away if

Chest pain, fast heartbeat, dizziness or swelling (absorbed too much)

Be careful

Shedding can increase in the first weeks; results stop if you stop using it.

Other medicines and interactions

Do not use with other scalp medicines unless advised.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Do not use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Common questions

What is Mintop 5%?

Mintop 5% is a scalp solution by Dr. Reddy's containing Minoxidil 5%.

What is Mintop 5% used for?

Applied to the scalp to slow hair loss and regrow hair.

How should I take Mintop 5%?

Apply 1 ml of solution (or half a cap of foam) to a dry scalp twice a day and do not wash for 4 hours. Results take 3 to 6 months, and hair lost again if stopped. Initial extra shedding is normal. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Mintop 5%?

Common side effects include: Scalp itching, dryness or dandruff, unwanted facial hair (especially women). Get medical help straight away for: Chest pain, fast heartbeat, dizziness or swelling (absorbed too much).

Does Mintop 5% need a prescription?

It is usually sold without a prescription in India, but ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines or have a long-term illness.

Can I take Mintop 5% in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Do not use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Mintop 5%?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.