Finasteride (topical)

INFORMATION ABOUT FINASTERIDE (TOPICAL)

Finasteride (topical) Uses

Finasteride (topical) is used in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

How Finasteride (topical) works

Finasteride (topical) works in hair loss by stimulating hair growth.

Common side effects of Finasteride (topical)

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

Skin rash, Dermatitis

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MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated

03 Dec 2024 | 04:35 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Finasteride (topical)

Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical). Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical).
Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical). Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical).