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Other trade names: Finpecia
Active substance: finasteride
The main effects and Propecia pharmacodynamics:
The active ingredient of Propecia -finasteride works by blocking the enzyme which converts testosterone into its more active form dehydrotestosterone. The active form of DHT is related to development of male pattern baldness. By decreasing DHT levels, finasteride helps prevent hair loss and regrow hair. Finasteride only works for male pattern baldness on the top and front o the head. Hair loss typical returns the application is stopped.
Proposed clinical use:
Propecial is used to prevent hair loss in patients with male pattern baldness.
Absolute and relative contraindications: The drug must not be used in cases of:
- Hypersensitivity to the components of the preparations or a known allergic reaction to drugs of the same class.
- Hepatic failure
- Renal failure
- Prostate gland cancer
- Women and children
The preparation should be used with caution after a consultation with your doctor in the following conditions:
- Obstruction of urinary passages
Possible adverse reactions: As any drug Propecia may express specific side effects. If a side effect is stated below it will not necessarily appear during the use of the preparation. However if any of the given side effects do manifest please consult your doctor immediately. Propecia adverse effects include the following:
- Erectile dysfunction
- Decreased libido
- Decreased ejaculation amount
In rare cases Propecia may cause acne, depression, testicular pain, breast tenderness.
In rare cases Propecia may cause acne, weigh gain, testicular pain, breast tenderness, dermatological reactions
For more detailed information on the possible adverse effects please consult your health care provider or our customer support service. Not all of the Propecia side effects stated by the drug manufacturer are provided above.
Pharmacological interactions: Before starting application of any drug including Propecia please tell your health care provider about other food supplements, vitamins or preparations that you are currently using. Adverse drug interaction may lead to different life threatening conditions which may be avoided after careful consideration. Propecia is known to interact with the following drugs and drug groups:
- Prostate gland treatment (proscar, prostamol uno, tadenan)
- Erectile dysfunction drugs
Additional information: Avoid drug abuse when using Propecia. The preparation is intended for individual use only. The drug must not be used in treatment of health conditions not indicated by the manufacturers as it may lead to life threatening results. Keep the drug and any corresponding materials our of reach of children. Reuse of syringes, needles or other materials if supplied with the drug is strongly forbidden. The use of the drug without a medical prescription is allowed at your own risk.
