Propecia
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Propecia (Finasteride)
US Brand: Propecia Manufacturer: Other
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Propecia Pro-Pak (Other)
US Brand: Propecia Pro-Pak Manufacturer: Other
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Drugs recommanded are:
Indications: Benign prostatic hyperplasia; male
pattern baldness in men.
Cautions: Obstructive uropathy, prostate cancer
(may decrease markers such as prostate specific antigen); use of
condoms recommended if sexual parther is pregnant or is likely to
become pregnant or is likely to become pregnant (finasteride excreted
in semen); women of childbearing potential should avoid handling
crushed or broken tablets.
Side-Effect
Impotence, decreased libido, ejaculation disorders, testicular pain,
breast tenderness and enlargement, hypersensitivity reactions (including
lip and face swelling, pruritus and rash).
Dose
5 mg daily, review treatment after 6 months (may require several
months treatment before benefit is obtained).
USES
Treats noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in men (bengin
prostatic hypertrophy or BPH). Theoretically, may prevent the development
of prostate cancer. Treatment of male pattern hair loss in men only.
DOSAGE & USAGE INFORMATION
HOW TO TAKE ?
Tablets - Swallow with liquid. If you can't swallow whole, crumble
tablet and take with liquid or food.
WHEN TO TAKE ?
Once a day or as directed, with or without meals.
IF YOU FORGET A DOSE ?
Take as soon as you remember up to 2 hours late. If more than 2
hours, wait for next scheduled dose (don't double this dose).
WHAT DRUG DOES ?
Inhibits the enzyme needed for the conversion of testosterone to
dihydrotestoerone. Dihydrotestosterone is required for the development
of benign prostatic hypertrophy.
TIME LAPSE BEFORE DRUG WORKS
- May require up to 6 months for full therapeutic effect for BPH.
- For treatment of hair loss, may not see any benefit for 3 months
or more.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
DON'T TAKE IT IF
- You are allergic to finasteride.
- You are a female or a child.
BEFORE YOU START, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- If you have not had a blood test to check for prostate cancer.
- If your sexual partner is pregnant or may become pregnant.
- If yoy have a liver disorder.
- If you have reduced urinary flow.
- If you have large residual urinary volume.
PREGNANCY
- Not recommended for women.
- Pregnant women should not handle the crushed tablets.
- Ask your doctor if you should avoid exposure to mate's semon
if he takes finasteride.
BREAST FEEDING
Not recommended for women.
SKIN & SUNLIGHT
No special problems expected.
OTHERS
- Advise any doctor or dentist whom you consult that you take
this medicine.
- May affect results of some medical tests.
- For those who respond well, the drug must be continued indefinitely.