Tugain 5%: price, uses & cheaper substitutes
Prescription required (Schedule H)
Tugain 5% contains Minoxidil (topical) 5% w/v. Listed MRP is ₹1057.80 for 60 (₹17.63 per ml).
The lowest listed price for the same salt is ₹2.50 per ml.
- MRP
- ₹1057.80
- ₹ / ml
- ₹17.63
- Pack
- 60
- Manufacturer
- Cipla Ltd
Same-salt cheaper options
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / ml | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil Solution 5%Jan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 60 ml | ₹150.00 | ₹2.50 | 19 October 2026 |
| Coverit 5% | Micro Labs Ltd | 60 ml | ₹760.30 | ₹12.67 | 19 October 2026 |
| Morr 5% | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 60 ml | ₹775.00 | ₹12.92 | 19 October 2026 |
| New Hair 4U 5% | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 60 ml | ₹904.69 | ₹15.08 | 19 October 2026 |
| Tugain 5% | Cipla Ltd | 60 ml | ₹1057.80 | ₹17.63 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Same salt and strength only. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands. See all Minoxidil (topical) 5% w/v brands, safety and side effects
What Minoxidil (topical) 5% w/v is used for
- Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) – thinning on the crown and top of the scalp.
- Female pattern hair thinning, when a dermatologist prescribes the 5% strength.
- Supporting hair regrowth after certain types of temporary hair loss, under a doctor's advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mintop Forte 5% used for?
Mintop Forte contains minoxidil 5%, applied to the scalp to slow hair loss and regrow hair in male pattern baldness. It works on the crown and top of the head; it does not restore a receding hairline much.
Mintop 2% vs Mintop Forte 5% – which one should I use?
5% is the usual strength for men and works better than 2%. Women are often started on 2% because 5% can cause unwanted facial hair; a dermatologist may still prescribe 5% for women.
How long does Tugain 5% take to show results?
At least 4 months of twice-daily use, and up to a year, before you can judge. Many people shed more hair in the first 2 to 6 weeks – this is expected and usually settles.
Will my hair fall out if I stop Tugain?
Yes. Minoxidil only works while you use it. Most new hair is lost within a few months of stopping, so it is a long-term commitment.
Sources
- Tata 1mg product page (MRP as listed) (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Minoxidil Topical (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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