Finasteride
Finasteride Products are primarily used for
Hair loss, Benign prostatic hyperplasia
About Finasteride Products
Uses of Finasteride Products
Finasteride is used in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It treats early forms of male pattern hair loss (also known as androgenetic alopecia).
Finasteride Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Finasteride are Decreased libido, Decreased semen volume, Impotence.
How Finasteride 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 Finasteride Products
Frequently asked questions about Finasteride Products
Frequently asked questions about Finasteride
Q. Does Finasteride 1mg Tablet increase hair count and thickness of hair?
Yes, Finasteride 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 Finasteride 1mg Tablet to stop hair loss?
Generally, taking this medicine once every day for three to six months proves effective. However, continue taking Finasteride 1mg Tablet if advised by your doctor.
Q. If I increase the dose of Finasteride 1mg Tablet, will it give me quick and better results?
No, increasing the dose of Finasteride 1mg Tablet does not make any difference. The dose and duration of Finasteride 1mg Tablet should be followed strictly as per your doctor’s advice.
Q. Can the use of Finasteride 1mg Tablet affect my sex life?
Using Finasteride 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 Finasteride 1mg Tablet permanent?
No, the side effects usually disappear once you stop taking Finasteride 1mg Tablet. Also, these side effects disappear if you keep taking Finasteride 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 Finasteride 1mg Tablet?
You have to use Finasteride 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 Finasteride 1mg Tablet, hair loss increases and becomes the same as it was before starting the treatment.
Q. Can women take Finasteride 1mg Tablet?
No, Finasteride 1mg Tablet is strictly prohibited for women and should be taken only by men.