PROPECIA (Finasteride) is prescribed by the physicians for the male patients for the treatment of male pattern baldness (Androgenetic alopecia), a common condition of hair loss caused by the thinning of the hair line. PROPECIA (Finasteride) prevents the conversion of testosterone (male hormone) to the Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. PROPECIA (Finasteride) is useful in the male pattern baldness only and not for the other types of baldness like bitemporal recession. PROPECIA (Finasteride) is effective in the patients between the ages of 18 – 41 and also for the mild to moderate hair loss in the pattern of vertex and anterior mid scalp area. PROPECIA (Finasteride) is indicated for the male patients only and not for women and children.
Who should not take PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
PROPECIA (Finasteride) should be used by adult males only. It is contraindicated for the females and the children, foetus of both genders. You should not use PROPECIA (Finasteride), if you have liver and/or kidney disease. PROPECIA (Finasteride) is contraindicated in the male patients with Liver disorders, prostate cancer, difficult in Micturition (Urination), Bladder muscle disorder associated with urethral stricture. If you are allergic to PROPECIA (Finasteride) and Dutasteride (Avodart) like drugs, you should not take PROPECIA (Finasteride). PROPECIA (Finasteride) is a Pregnancy –X category drug, according to FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the pregnant women should refrain from handling this drug with bare hands, since it can pass through the skin. If contacted physically, they should wash the hands with soap water immediately, because of its potential teratogenic effect. If you are breast feeding women, you should not take PROPECIA (Finasteride) that can harm your feeding infant.
PROPECIA (Finasteride) Side Effects:
The common side effects of PROPECIA (Finasteride) are decrease in the sexual drive, loss of libido, erectile dysfunctions and ejaculation disorders like decrease in the volume of the seminal fluid. Other side effects of PROPECIA (Finasteride) are the breast tenderness, breast enlargement (gynaecomastia), nipple discharge, decrease in the levels of Prostate specific antigens (PSA), dizziness, somnolence, postural hypotension, asthenia, abdominal pain, head ache, nausea and flatulence, skin reactions associated with drug eruptions, hypersensitivity with urticaria, rashes and hives, rhinitis, dyspnoea and oedema in the face and the mouth. However, most of the side effects of PROPECIA (Finasteride) may differ from person to person.
How should I take PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
The recommended oral dosage for the PROPECIA (Finasteride) is 1 mg daily. For the visible benefits, you have to take PROPECIA (Finasteride) at least three months daily. And the periodical evaluation and monitoring for the assessment of the beneficial effects and the side effects of PROPECIA (Finasteride) is recommended. The following instruction should be followed to take the PROPECIA (Finasteride) – 1 mg oral dosage daily: (1) Take PROPECIA (Finasteride) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take PROPECIA (Finasteride) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take PROPECIA (Finasteride) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take PROPECIA (Finasteride) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take PROPECIA (Finasteride) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow PROPECIA (Finasteride) whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep PROPECIA (Finasteride) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking PROPECIA (Finasteride) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking PROPECIA (Finasteride) for as long as your health care provider tells you. To treat your problems or keep you away from getting these symptoms, you have to take PROPECIA (Finasteride) as often and in the way PROPECIA (Finasteride) as prescribed.
How should I take PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
Take PROPECIA (Finasteride) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
PROPECIA (Finasteride) can be taken with or without food.
If you find any abnormal changes in the breast like breast enlargement or nipple discharge, stop taking PROPECIA (Finasteride) and consult the doctor right away.
For PROPECIA (Finasteride) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take PROPECIA (Finasteride) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Do not stop taking PROPECIA Finasteride) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
If you are a pregnant female, you should refrain from the handling of PROPECIA (Finasteride), as it can cause teratogenic effects in the unborn foetus.
Store PROPECIA (Finasteride) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep PROPECIA (Finasteride) away from the reach of children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
Take the missed dose of PROPECIA (Finasteride) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take PROPECIA (Finasteride) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
Seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on PROPECIA (Finasteride)?
PROPECIA (Finasteride) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for PROPECIA (Finasteride) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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