Introduction
What FINCAR 5MG is used for?
- FINCAR 5MG is used in the treatment and control of benign (i.e., non-cancerous) enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH)
Warning & Precautions
Talk to Doctor
Talk to your doctor before you take this medicine, if you:
- Are allergic to finasteride or any other ingredients of this medicine
- Are already taking this medicine or any other 5- Alpha Reductase Inhibitor for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or any other condition
- Have a large amount of residual urine in your bladder after urinating and/or severely reduced urinary flow. If this is the case, you should be closely monitored for narrowing of the urinary tract
- Have impaired liver function
- Have a blood test called PSA (Prostate-specific antigen test used to detect prostate cancer)
Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
- FINCAR 5MG are only intended for men. It should not be taken by women
Driving & Using Machines
- There is no information to suggest that FINCAR 5MG affect the ability to drive and using machines
Interactions
Tell your doctor if you are taking,
- Tell your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines
How to Use
- Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
- The recommended dose is one tablet daily
If you take more FINCAR 5MG
- If you have taken more FINCAR 5MG, contact your doctor or go to nearest hospital immediately
If you forget to take FINCAR 5MG
- If you forget to take FINCAR 5MG, take it as soon as you remember
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
- Do not take two doses at the same time
If you stop taking FINCAR 5MG
- Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to stop your treatment
Side Effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
Serious
- Allergic reaction such as swelling of your lips, face, tongue and throat, difficulties in swallowing and breathing, lumps under your skin (hives), rash, itching
- Depression
- Changes in the breast tissue such as lumps, pain, enlargement of the breast tissue or nipple discharge as these may be signs of a serious condition, such as breast cancer
Common
- Palpitations
- Pain in the testicles
- Fast heart beat
- Persistent difficulty having an erection after discontinuation of treatment
- Persistent decrease in sex drive after discontinuation of treatment
- Persistent problems with ejaculation after discontinuation of treatment
Uncommon
- Less desire to have sex
- Difficulty having an erection
- Problems with ejaculation such as a decrease in the amount of semen released during sex
More Information
Storage
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
- Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)
FAQs
Q. Does Fincar reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?
Yes, Fincar 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Fincar blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.
Q. How long does Fincar take to treat BPH?
You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Fincar.
Q. Is Fincar safe for BPH?
Yes, Fincar is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Fincar.
Q. Does Fincar lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?
Yes, Fincar can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Fincar does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.
Q. Are the side effects of Fincar permanent?
No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Fincar is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Fincar for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. Can Fincar cause infertility?
No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Fincar may very rarely cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
Q. For how long does Fincar stay in your system?
Fincar stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.
Q. Does Fincar affect pregnancy?
This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. That being said, pregnant women should not take Fincar due to its effect on the fetus. If you are carrying a male baby and take Fincar, he may be born with abnormalities of sex organs.
Q. At what time of the day should I take Fincar?
You can take Fincar any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.
Yes, Fincar 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Fincar blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.
Q. How long does Fincar take to treat BPH?
You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Fincar.
Q. Is Fincar safe for BPH?
Yes, Fincar is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Fincar.
Q. Does Fincar lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?
Yes, Fincar can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Fincar does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.
Q. Are the side effects of Fincar permanent?
No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Fincar is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Fincar for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. Can Fincar cause infertility?
No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Fincar may very rarely cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
Q. For how long does Fincar stay in your system?
Fincar stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.
Q. Does Fincar affect pregnancy?
This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. That being said, pregnant women should not take Fincar due to its effect on the fetus. If you are carrying a male baby and take Fincar, he may be born with abnormalities of sex organs.
Q. At what time of the day should I take Fincar?
You can take Fincar any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.
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