Finflow 5mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Finflow 5mg Capsule is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to shrink the size of the enlarged prostate gland and relieves symptoms like difficulty in passing urine, urgent need to pass urine, and inability to hold the urine.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is to be taken by mouth with or without food. The dose and duration of the medicine should be taken as per prescription. An overdose of it may cause harm to your health. It is better to take the medicine at the same time each day and it must be swallowed as a whole. It may take some time for the medicine to act upon the symptoms, so it is important to take the medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
This medicine is usually well tolerated. However, it may cause some mild sexual side effects such as ejaculation disorder, erectile dysfunction, and decreased libido. Some people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, rashes, and swelling of the lips or face. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor without delay.
Before starting the treatment, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for any health condition. This will ensure your safety.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is to be taken by mouth with or without food. The dose and duration of the medicine should be taken as per prescription. An overdose of it may cause harm to your health. It is better to take the medicine at the same time each day and it must be swallowed as a whole. It may take some time for the medicine to act upon the symptoms, so it is important to take the medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
This medicine is usually well tolerated. However, it may cause some mild sexual side effects such as ejaculation disorder, erectile dysfunction, and decreased libido. Some people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, rashes, and swelling of the lips or face. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor without delay.
Before starting the treatment, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for any health condition. This will ensure your safety.
Uses of Finflow Capsule
Side effects of Finflow Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Finflow
- Decreased libido
- Erectile dysfunction
- Ejaculation disorder
How to use Finflow Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Finflow 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Finflow Capsule works
Finflow 5mg Capsule is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks an enzyme which is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Finflow 5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Finflow 5mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Finflow 5mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is not indicated in women.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is not indicated in women.
Driving
SAFE
Finflow 5mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Finflow 5mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Finflow 5mg Capsule is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Finflow 5mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Finflow 5mg Capsule to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
- It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Finflow 5mg Capsule. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Finflow 5mg Capsule is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
- Should never be used by women or children. Pregnant women must not consume or even touch Finflow 5mg Capsule.
- Your doctor has prescribed Finflow 5mg Capsule to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
- It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Finflow 5mg Capsule. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Finflow 5mg Capsule is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
- Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finflow 5mg Capsule.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgen Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Finflow Capsule for?
Hair loss
67%
Benign prosta*
33%
*Benign prostatic hyperplasia
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Finflow 5mg Capsule?
Erectile dysf*
33%
Sexual dysfun*
33%
Ejaculation d*
33%
*Erectile dysfunction, Sexual dysfunction, Ejaculation disorder
How do you take Finflow Capsule?
With food
100%
Please rate Finflow 5mg Capsule on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Does Finflow 5mg Capsule reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?
Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Finflow 5mg Capsule blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.
How long does Finflow 5mg Capsule take to treat BPH?
You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Finflow 5mg Capsule.
Is Finflow 5mg Capsule safe for BPH?
Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Finflow 5mg Capsule.
Does Finflow 5mg Capsule lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?
Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Finflow 5mg Capsule does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.
Are the side effects of Finflow 5mg Capsule permanent?
No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Finflow 5mg Capsule is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Finflow 5mg Capsule for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Can Finflow 5mg Capsule cause infertility?
No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Finflow 5mg Capsule may sometimes cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
For how long does Finflow 5mg Capsule stay in your system?
Finflow 5mg Capsule stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.
Does Finflow 5mg Capsule affect pregnancy?
This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. Pregnant women should not take Finflow 5mg Capsule due to its effect on the fetus.
At what time of the day should I take Finflow 5mg Capsule?
You can take Finflow 5mg Capsule any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.
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