PROSCAR 5MG 28 TABLETS

PROSCAR 5MG 28 TABLETS
Product Description
About Finasteride 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, Synthetic anti-androgen. Mechanism of Action of Finasteride This synthetic 4-azasteroid derivative competitively inhibits steroid 5alpha reductase, which is an enzyme responsible for active androgen dehydrotestosterone (this enzyme influences the development of prostate gland, so decreasing level of this hormone relieve the symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia)from testosterone. Indications for Finasteride 1. Benign prostatic hyperplasia 2. 1st stage of prostate cancer 3. Hirsuitism 4. Acne 5. Adjuvant therapy of radical prostectomy 6. Androgenic baldness
Proscar 5mg 
 Scientific Name: Finasteride 5mg.
 Drag Period: Once daily
 Type: Tablets
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. 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 may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate.Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks.Women and children should not use this medication.
Common use
Finasteride is used to treat Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) also known as benign enlargement of the prostate (BEP). This medicine helps to control your symptoms, diminish urinary retention and reduced your risk of needing the surgery.
Dosage and direction
Take Proscar by mouth with a glass of water, with or without food. Avoid cutting, crushing or chewing this medicine.
Consult your doctor concerning proper dose for you.
Precautions
Before taking Proscar tell your doctor or chemist if you are allergic to Finasteride or Dutasteride; or if you have other allergies.
As this medicament can be absorbed by skin, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not manipulate this medicine.
Contraindications
Proscar should not be used by women or children as well as by the patients who have demonstrated a reaction of hypersensitivity to Finasteride.
Possible side effect
The most common side effects are dizziness, unusual weakness, drowsiness, troubled sleeping, blurred vision, runny nose, or problems ejaculating.
Stop using Proscar and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer, severe dizziness or fainting.
A very serious allergic reaction rarely occurs.
In case you notice the effects not listed here, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug interaction

No drug interactions of clinical importance have been identified.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use before using this medication.
Missed dose
If you have missed your dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you see that it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not take your dose twice.
Overdose
If you think you have used too much of this medicine, seek emergency medical attention right away. The symptoms of overdose usually include chest pain, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and feeling light-headed or fainting.
Storage
Store your medicines at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store them in the bathroom. Keep all drugs away from reach of children and pets.
Disclaimer
We provide only general information about medications which does not cover all directions, possible drug integrations, or precautions. Information at the site cannot be used for self-treatment and self-diagnosis. The specific instructions for a particular patient should be agreed with your health care adviser or doctor in charge of the case. We disclaim reliability of this information and mistakes it could contain. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, special or other indirect damage as a result of any use of the information on this site and also for consequences of self-treatment.
PROSCAR 5MG X14
Category: Finasteride
 pharmacy
Proscar 5mg Tablets 28's: View Usage, Side Effects, Price and Substitutes | Buy online in Qatar