FINASTERIDE

Overview

FINASTERIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Finasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).Finasteride is used to treat male pattern hair loss in men. It is also used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.This medicine is for use in men only.Finasteride (topical) is used in the treatment of hair loss. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery.Finasteride should never be taken by a woman or a child.

Usage

FINASTERIDE is generally used to treat: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Enlarged Prostate
FINASTERIDE can address symptoms like: Hair Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride (topical) to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
• It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Finasteride (topical). Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.Finasteride (topical) is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
• Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finasteride (topical).
• You should not use finasteride if you are allergic to it.If a woman accidentally comes into contact with a broken or crushed tablet, wash the area with soap and water right away.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
• Finasteride can be taken with or without food.
• Take the medicine at the same time each day.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FINASTERIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FINASTERIDE : Hives, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Face Swelling, Arms Swelling, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Weight Gain, Body Discoloration, Swollen Lips, Hands Tingling, Runny Nose, Drowsiness, Sneezing

Serious Side-Effects

FINASTERIDE : Breast Pain, Chills, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting

Rare Side-Effects

FINASTERIDE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Pain, Back Pain, Head Headache, Testicular Pain

Disease Interactions

FINASTERIDE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Urinary Tract Infection

Technical Classification

FINASTERIDE is categorized as: 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITORS / HORMONES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with FINASTERIDE as Ingredient

BIO HAIR F 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
CONTIFLO OD F 0.4MG/5MG CAP	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
CONTIFLO OD F CAP	FINASTERIDE 5 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
CURLZFIN 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
F 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINABALD T 0.4MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
FINACET 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINACET 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINALO 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINAP 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINAR 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINARA 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINAST 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINAST T CAP 0.4MG/5MG	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
FINAST T TAB	FINASTERIDE 5 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
FINAST TAB	FINASTERIDE 5 MG
FINASTERIDE 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINAX 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINAX TAB	FINASTERIDE 1 MG
FINCAR 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5 MG
FINCEPT 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINCOVER 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINE 1 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINE 2MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 2.0 MG
FINPECIA 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FINPECIA FC-TAB	FINASTERIDE 1 MG
FINTRIDE 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FINTROSS 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
FISTIDE 5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
FLOKIND F 0.4MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
GERIFLO 0.4MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
GERIFLO CAP	FINASTERIDE 5 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
GROWVITA TAB	FINASTERIDE
HAIR 4U F SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %
KERASHINE-F TAB	BIOTIN 5.0 MG, FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
MINOKEM F SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
MINOXY F SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
MINSCALP F SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
MORR F 3% SOLN	MINOXIDIL 3.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
MORR F 5% SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
MPB 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
PROHAIR 1MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 1.0 MG
RUTOXY F HAIR GROWTH SPRAY	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %W/V, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %W/V
TAMFLO F CAP	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
TAMLOCEPT F CAP	TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG, FINASTERIDE 0.5 MG
TAMPLUS 400MCG/5MG CAP	TAMSULOSIN 400.0 MCG, FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG
TAMSEAL F TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MCG
TRICOSILK F SOLN	MINOXIDIL 5.0 %, FINASTERIDE 0.1 %
URIFINET 0.4MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
URILOSIN F 0.4MG/5MG CAP	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
URIMAX F 0.4MG/5MG CAP	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
URIMAX F CAP	FINASTERIDE 5 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
VELTAM F 0.4MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
VELTAM-F TAB	FINASTERIDE 5 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
XTIN PLUS 1MG/5MG TAB	FINASTERIDE 5.0 MG, BIOTIN 1.0 MG