Propecia

Propecia is a anti hair loss treatment that works given to 80% of all its users. A continuous usage will give visible results after three to six months.

Generic Propecia or Generic Finasteride tablets may be crushed to make them easier to swallow. However, women who are or may become pregnant should not handle crushed Propecia Finasteride tablets.

For patients taking this medicine for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH):

To remember your Propecia pill everyday, make a habit of taking it at the same time each day. Remember that this medicine does not cure BPH but it does help reduce the size of the prostate. Therefore, you must continue to take it if you expect to keep the size of your prostate down. You may have to take this medicine for at least 6 months to see the full effect. You may have to take this medicine for the rest of your life. Do not stop taking this medicine without first discussing it with your doctor.

This medicine helps to reduce urinary problems in men with BPH. In general, it is best to avoid drinking fluids, especially coffee or alcohol, in the evening. Then your sleep will not be disturbed by your need to urinate during the night.

For individuals taking this medicine for hair growth:

For Propecia Hair Treatment to take its effect, you may have to take this medicine for at least 3 months. The effect will last only as long as the medicine continues to be used. The new hair will be lost within 1 year after Finasteride Propecia is stopped.

Propecia Side Effects are very rare but still one need to be aware of them.

Very few males have complained about some sexual side effects.
Few have complained of erectile dysfunction.
Small blackheads on forehead
Face appears oilier

Report your doctor immediately if you experience the following more serious Propecia Side Effects:

Decreased libido
Decreased volume of ejaculate
Impotence
Breast tenderness or enlargement


Important Note: If consumed by women, birth defects can be formed in male baby's sex organs.

The dose of Propecia Finasteride will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's advice or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average dose of finasteride. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so:


For oral dosage form (tablets):
For treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH):
Adults - 5 mg once a day.
For hair growth:
Adults - 1 mg once a day.

Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, or pregnancy. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you are female. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using this medicine.

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Propecia is an androgen hormone inhibitor used to treat male pattern hair loss in men ONLY.

Generic Propecia must be stored in the following ways:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Keep away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

If you have decided to use Generic Propecia, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For Propecia Finasteride, the following precautions must be considered:

Allergies - Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Propecia Finasteride. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.

Pregnancy - Women who are or may become pregnant should not take Generic Propecia or Propecia Finasteride or should not be exposed to broken or crushed tablets, because it can cause changes in the genitals (sex organs) of male fetus.

Older adults - This medicine has been tested and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.

Other medicines - Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your health care professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.