Finpecia ( Finasteride 1mg )

Finasteride also known as Finpecia is a 5α-reductase inhibitor prescribed for the treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) and is intended for use in MEN ONLY. FINASTERIDE is not recommended for use in women.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

FINASTERIDE may be administered with or without meals.

· One tablet (1 mg) taken once daily.

· In general, daily use for three months or more is necessary before benefit is observed

Finasteride Side Effects：

• Decrease in PSA Levels: FINASTERIDE can lower your blood Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) levels, which may affect PSA tests used to screen for prostate cancer. It's important to inform your healthcare provider that you are taking FINASTERIDE, as it decreases PSA levels. Any changes in PSA levels will need to be assessed by your healthcare provider. An increase in PSA levels from their lowest point, even if still within the normal range, could indicate the presence of prostate cancer and should be further evaluated. If you have not been taking FINASTERIDE as prescribed, this may also affect PSA test results, so be sure to inform your healthcare provider. For more information, consult your healthcare provider.
• Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer: There may be an elevated risk of developing a more serious form of prostate cancer in men taking finasteride at five times the prescribed dose of FINASTERIDE.
• Common Side Effects: The most common side effects of FINASTERIDE include:
  • Decreased sex drive
  • Difficulty getting or maintaining an erection
  • Reduced semen volume
• Reported Side Effects: The following side effects have been reported with general use of FINASTERIDE:
  • Breast tenderness and enlargement. Report any changes in your breasts, such as lumps, pain, or nipple discharge, to your healthcare provider.
  • Depression
  • Decreased sex drive persisting after stopping the medication
  • Allergic reactions including rash, itching, hives, and swelling of the lips and face
  • Ejaculation problems persisting after stopping the medication
  • Testicular pain
  • Difficulty achieving an erection persisting after stopping the medication
  • Male infertility and/or poor semen quality
  • Rare cases of male breast cancer

For more detailed prescribing information, please refer to the → “FDA Prescribing Information.”