Propecia
is a remedy for baldness in men with mild
to moderate hair loss on the top of the head
and the front of the mid-scalp area. Propecia
increases hair growth, improves hair regrowth,
and slows down hair loss. It works only on
scalp hair and does not affect hair on other
parts of the body.
You
may begin to see improvement as early as
3 months after you begin taking Propecia,
but for many men it takes longer. The improvement
lasts only as long as you take the drug;
if you stop, new hair growth will cease
and hair loss will resume. Propecia
is a low-dose form of Proscar, a drug prescribed
for prostate enlargement.
Important
Fact
Propecia
is NOT for use by women. If taken during pregnancy,
it can cause abnormal development of a male
baby's genital organs.
Before
Using:
Due to the drug's effect on male babies, women
should avoid Propecia if there is any chance
that they may be pregnant. Do not use Propecia
if it gives you an allergic reaction, or if
you've ever had an allergic reaction to its
chemical twin, Proscar.
Directions:
For maximum benefit, take Propecia
regularly once a day. It can be taken with
or without food.
If
you miss a dose... Take it as soon as you
remember. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the one you missed and go
back to your regular schedule. Do not take
2 doses at the same time.
Storage instructions:
Store at room temperature in a closed container
away from moisture.
Caution:
If there's even a possibility that you may
be pregnant, women should avoid handling a
crushed or broken Propecia
tablet for fear of absorbing some of the active
ingredient through the skin. Whole tablets
are safe to handle thanks to a protective
outer coating.
Use
Propecia
with caution if you have liver problems.
Propecia
lowers readings of the PSA screening test
for prostate cancer. If you're scheduled
to have your PSA level checked, make sure
the doctor knows you're taking Propecia.
Possible
Side Effects:
Propecia's
side effects are primarily sexual, and relatively
uncommon (they strike one or two men in a
hundred). If any side effects develop or change
in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as
possible. Only your doctor can determine if
it is safe for you to continue taking Propecia.
Side
effects may include: Breast tenderness and
enlargement, decreased amount of semen per
ejaculation, decreased sex drive, impotence,
itching, rash, swelling, testicular pain.
Possible
Food & Drug Interactions:
No significant drug interactions have been
reported.
Recommended
Dosage:
ADULT MEN:
The recommended dosage, for men only, is 1
tablet daily.
If
You Take too Much:
Although no specific information is available
on Propecia
overdose, any medication taken in excess can
have serious consequences. If you suspect
an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
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