Astefin

Composition for Astefin Products

Astefin Products are primarily used for

About Astefin Products

Uses of Astefin Products

Finasteride is used in the treatment of hair loss. It treats early forms of male pattern hair loss (also known as androgenetic alopecia).

Astefin Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Astefin are Decreased libido, Decreased semen volume, Impotence.

How Astefin Products work

Finasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks the body's production of a male hormone in the scalp that stops hair growth, thereby reversing the balding process and preventing further hair loss.

Patient Concerns about Astefin Products

Frequently asked questions about Astefin Products

Frequently asked questions about Finasteride

Q. Does Astefin 1mg Tablet increase hair count and thickness of hair?
Yes, Astefin 1mg Tablet increases hair count, thickness of hair, and length of hair. In totality, this medicine enhances the appearance of the scalp after treatment.
Q. How long does it take for Astefin 1mg Tablet to stop hair loss?
Generally, taking this medicine once every day for three to six months proves effective. However, continue taking Astefin 1mg Tablet if advised by your doctor.
Q. If I increase the dose of Astefin 1mg Tablet, will it give me quick and better results?
No, increasing the dose of Astefin 1mg Tablet does not make any difference. The dose and duration of Astefin 1mg Tablet should be followed strictly as per your doctor’s advice.
Q. Can the use of Astefin 1mg Tablet affect my sex life?
Using Astefin 1mg Tablet may very rarely cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain erection and decreased amount of semen production. Consult your doctor if you develop these symptoms, as these may affect your sexual life.
Q. Are the side effects of Astefin 1mg Tablet permanent?
No, the side effects usually disappear once you stop taking Astefin 1mg Tablet. Also, these side effects disappear if you keep taking Astefin 1mg Tablet for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. For how long do I need to keep taking Astefin 1mg Tablet?
You have to use Astefin 1mg Tablet continuously to sustain its benefits. If treatment is stopped, the beneficial effects begin to reverse within 6 months of stopping it. Further, within 9 to 12 months of stopping Astefin 1mg Tablet, hair loss increases and becomes the same as it was before starting the treatment.
Q. Can women take Astefin 1mg Tablet?
No, Astefin 1mg Tablet is strictly prohibited for women and should be taken only by men.

Products for Astefin

Astefin 1mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
50
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