Introduction
What FINPECIA 1MG is used for?
- FINPECIA 1MG 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 taking 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)
- FINPECIA 1MG are only intended for men. It should not be taken by women
- FINPECIA 1MG is not intended for the use in children
- There is no information to suggest that FINPECIA 1MG 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 FINPECIA 1MG
- If you have taken more FINPECIA 1MG, contact your doctor or go to nearest hospital immediately
If you forget to take FINPECIA 1MG
- If you forget to take FINPECIA 1MG, 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 FINPECIA 1MG
- 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 Finpecia increase hair count and thickness of hair?
Yes, Finpecia increases hair count, thickness of hair, and length of hair. In totality, this medicine enhances the appearance of the scalp after treatment.
Q. How long does it take for Finpecia to stop hair loss?
Generally, taking this medicine once every day for three to six months proves effective. However, continue taking Finpecia if advised by your doctor.
Q. If I increase the dose of Finpecia, will it give me quick and better results?
No, increasing the dose of Finpecia does not make any difference. The dose and duration of Finpecia should be followed strictly as per your doctor’s advice.
Q. Can the use of Finpecia affect my sex life?
Using Finpecia may very rarely cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain erection and decreased amount of semen production. Consult your doctor if you develop these symptoms, as these may affect your sexual life.
Q. Are the side effects of Finpecia permanent?
No, the side effects usually disappear once you stop taking Finpecia. Also, these side effects disappear if you keep taking Finpecia for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. For how long do I need to keep taking Finpecia?
You have to use Finpecia continuously to sustain its benefits. If treatment is stopped, the beneficial effects begin to reverse within 6 months of stopping it. Further, within 9 to 12 months of stopping Finpecia, hair loss increases and becomes the same as it was before starting the treatment.
Q. Can women take Finpecia?
No, Finpecia is strictly prohibited for women and should be taken only by men.
Yes, Finpecia increases hair count, thickness of hair, and length of hair. In totality, this medicine enhances the appearance of the scalp after treatment.
Q. How long does it take for Finpecia to stop hair loss?
Generally, taking this medicine once every day for three to six months proves effective. However, continue taking Finpecia if advised by your doctor.
Q. If I increase the dose of Finpecia, will it give me quick and better results?
No, increasing the dose of Finpecia does not make any difference. The dose and duration of Finpecia should be followed strictly as per your doctor’s advice.
Q. Can the use of Finpecia affect my sex life?
Using Finpecia may very rarely cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain erection and decreased amount of semen production. Consult your doctor if you develop these symptoms, as these may affect your sexual life.
Q. Are the side effects of Finpecia permanent?
No, the side effects usually disappear once you stop taking Finpecia. Also, these side effects disappear if you keep taking Finpecia for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. For how long do I need to keep taking Finpecia?
You have to use Finpecia continuously to sustain its benefits. If treatment is stopped, the beneficial effects begin to reverse within 6 months of stopping it. Further, within 9 to 12 months of stopping Finpecia, hair loss increases and becomes the same as it was before starting the treatment.
Q. Can women take Finpecia?
No, Finpecia is strictly prohibited for women and should be taken only by men.
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