Drug Uses
Propecia is a pill used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss onthe vertex (top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area (middle front ofhead). There is not sufficient evidence that Propecia works forreceding hairlines at the temples. Propecia is for use by MEN ONLY andshould NOT be used by women or children.
How Taken
Propecia comesas a tablet. Propecia usually is taken once a day. It may be taken withor without food. Take Propecia exactly as directed. Do not take more orless of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.Continue to take Propecia even if you feel well. Do not stop takingPropecia without talking to your doctor.
Warnings/Precautions
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have liverdisease. You may not be able to take Propecia, or you may need a lowerdose or special monitoring during treatment. Propecia is intended formen use only. Propecia is not indicated for women use. Do not take orhandle this medication if you are pregnant or are could become pregnantduring treatment. Propecia is in the FDA pregnancy category X. Thismeans that it is known to cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Womenwho are or who may become pregnant must not handle crushed or brokenPropecia tablets. The medication could be absorbed through the skin.Propecia is known to cause birth defects in a developing male baby.Exposure to whole tablets should be avoided whenever possible howeverexposure to whole tablets is not expected to be harmful as long as thetablets are not swallowed. It is not known whether Propecia passes intobreast milk. Propecia is not intended for women use. Do not take thismedication if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Missed Dose
If you missa dose of Propecia and you remember the same day, take it as soon aspossible. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the misseddose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 dosesat once.
Possible Side Effects
Stop taking Propecia and seek emergency medical attention if youexperience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of thethroat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects have been reported but usually resolvewith continued treatment. Continue to take Propecia and notify yourdoctor if you experience:
-decreased libido (sex drive);
-decreased volume of ejaculate;
-impotence (trouble getting or keeping an erection); or
-breast tenderness or enlargement.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especiallybothersome.
Storage
Store Propeciaat room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C)in a tightly closed container, away from moisture.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of a Propecia overdose are not known.
More Information
DO NOT share Propecia with others for whom it was not prescribed. DONOT use Propecia for other health conditions. Keep this product out ofthe reach of children. If using Propecia for an extended period oftime, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is notintended that this information covers all uses, directions, druginteractions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. Thisis only general information, and should not be relied on for anypurpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructionsfor any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for theaccuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequencesarising from the use of this information, including damage or adverseconsequences to persons or property, however such damages orconsequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is madein regards to this information.
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