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| Prescription Propecia Drug Information |
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Propecia Uses? |
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Propecia is the first and only FDA-approved pill proven to treat male pattern hair loss on the vertex (top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area in men. |
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Propecia Directions? |
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Take one tablet by mouth once each day. You may take Propecia with or without food.
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Propecia Side Effects? |
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Clinical tests showed PROPECIA was very well tolerated. Only a very small number of men had sexual side effects, with each occurring in less than 2% of men. They included less desire for sex, difficulty in achieving an erection, and a decrease in the amount of semen. When the men who had these side effects stopped taking PROPECIA, the side effects went away.
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Propecia Warnings? |
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Propecia is for men only. Women who are or may potentially be pregnant must not use Propecia because of the risk that the active ingredient may cause a specific kind of birth defect.
Women should also avoid handling tablets that are crushed or broken. Propecia tablets are coated to prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling.
If a woman who is pregnant with a male baby absorbs the active ingredient in Propecia, either by swallowing or through the skin, it may cause abnormalities of a male baby's sex organs.
If a woman who is pregnant comes into contact with the active ingredient in Propecia, a doctor should be consulted.
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Propecia Drug Interactions? |
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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.
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Propecia Missed Dose? |
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Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. |
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Propecia Storage? |
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Keep Propecia in the original container and keep the container closed. Store it in a dry place at room temperature. |
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Anything Else I Should Know About Propecia? |
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For most men, Propecia increases the number of scalp hairs in the first 12 months of treatment, helping to fill in thin or balding areas of the scalp.
In addition, men taking it may note a slowing of hair loss. Although results will vary, generally you will not be able to grow back all of the hair you have lost. There is not sufficient evidence that Propecia works in the treatment of receding hairline in the temporal area on both sides of the head.
Male pattern hair loss occurs gradually over time. On average, healthy hair grows only about half an inch each month. Therefore, it will take time to see any effect.
You may need to take Propecia daily for three months or more before you see a benefit. Propecia can only work over the long term if you continue taking it. If the drug has not worked for you in twelve months, further treatment is unlikely to be of benefit.
If you stop taking Propecia, you will likely lose the hair you have gained within 12 months of stopping treatment. You should discuss this with your doctor.
Propecia is not effective in the treatment of hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia in postmenopausal women. Propecia should not be taken by women.
Propecia tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling, provided that the tablets are not broken or crushed.
Do not give your Propecia tablets to anyone else. It has been prescribed only for you. Keep Propecia and all medications out of the reach of children.
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NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.
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