Propecia
Typical Brand Names: Propecia
Active Ingredients: Finasteride, MSD
The medication in Propecia treats hair loss caused by male pattern baldness.
| Medication Description and Quantity | PRICE (USD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Propecia | 1 mg | 30 Tablets | $89.00 |
| Propecia | 1 mg | 60 Tablets | $140.00 |
| Propecia | 1 mg | 90 Tablets | $195.00 |
Propecia Uses?
Propecia can be used as a treatment for male pattern baldness. It focuses on hair loss on the top of the head and in the mid-scalp area of the back of the head. Propecia is FDA approved.
Propecia Directions?
Take one tablet by mouth once each day. You may take Propecia with or without food.
Propecia Side Effects?
Less than 2% of Propecia users report any side effects. Possible effects range from a reduction in the amount of semen, diminished sexual desire, and difficulty achieving an erection. Each of these side effects went away when the men stopped using Propecia.
Propecia Warnings?
Propecia should be used exclusively by men. Pregnant women who are carrying a male child may deliver a boy with birth defects after coming in contact with and absorbing the active ingredient in Propecia. The tablets are coated to prevent accidental exposure, but women should never handle Propecia tablets that are crushed or broken. Any accidental contact by a pregnant woman should be reported to the doctor immediately.
Propecia Drug Interactions?
A side effect that may occur while taking Propecia is a change in sexual function. If it continues or is bothersome, check with your doctor. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience the following side effects or symptoms of toxicity: skin rash or swelling of lips. If you notice any effects, consult your pharmacist or primary care provider.
Propecia Missed Dose?
If you miss a schedule Propecia dose, do not try to make it up. Simply skip that dose and resume your usual schedule. Itís important to try to follow your dosing schedule carefully and take each pill at the correct time.
Propecia Storage?
Propecia should be stored in its original container. It should be kept in a place free of moisture and sunlight, and at room temperature.
Anything Else I Should Know About Propecia?
You can expect an improvement within a year of beginning Propecia treatment. This medication works in the regions of the head where hair is thinning or balding.
The medication may also help slow the speed of existing hair loss. You will not get back all the hair that you have lost. Propecia generally doesnít work on the sides of the head or in the front hairline.
Wait patiently for results from Propecia. Your hair loss occurred slowly, and new hair will grow slowly. It grows an average of half an inch per month.
Expect to take Propecia for at least three months before seeing any improvement. Once you see changes, you must continue taking Propecia for the changes to continue. Stop taking Propecia if you have not experienced any improvement after twelve months of continual therapy.
Women cannot take Propecia. It is not effective in treating androgenetic alopecia experienced by postmenopausal women.
Keep all prescriptions away from children. Do not share this or any other mediation with anyone else.
