Finasteride 5mg tablets are an oral prescription medication used to treat male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia). It is primarily used to treat hair loss, but there are also other conditions and medications that men can use to treat other conditions such as prostate enlargement.
Finasteride 5mg tablets are typically taken once per day. However, you should follow your doctor’s instructions on how to take them.
Before starting your treatment with Finasteride, you should read the patient information leaflet that comes with the medication, as it contains important information. Read it again, to ensure that you understand how to take Finasteride.
You should not take Finasteride tablets if you are allergic to it or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are taking finasteride tablets, be sure that you are taking the medication only as a precaution to prevent any potential side effects.
Male pattern baldness is a common condition that affects millions of men, and is the leading cause of hair loss in the UK. However, some treatment options may not be suitable for everyone. One of the most popular treatment options is Finasteride, a medication used to treat hair loss in men.
Finasteride 5mg tablets may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. These include:
If you are considering Finasteride as a treatment option, your doctor will likely start you on a low dose of 5mg.
You should continue taking the medication until you are sure that the symptoms of hair loss disappear completely. If they do not, you should consult your doctor. Stopping the medication too quickly is unlikely to cause further hair loss.
Finasteride 5mg tablets are available in both strengths. You should take the tablets about 1 hour before planned sexual intercourse.
Finasteride 5mg tablets are also available in an alternative form called Propecia.
Finasteride 5mg tablets are available in the form of a tablet.
Most men will experience side effects when taking Finasteride 5mg tablets, although there are a few that are more likely to occur. The most common side effects include:
In rare cases, more serious side effects such as allergic reactions, blood clots, and a decrease in sperm count may occur. These are most likely to be temporary.
If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking the medication immediately and seek medical help. If you are experiencing any of these side effects, you should contact your doctor right away.
Finasteride 5mg tablets may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
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Medically reviewed by Jessica Swirble, PharmDLast updated on March 26, 2025
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Propecia contains the active ingredient finasteride. Propecia is used to treat male pattern baldness and an enlarged prostate in men. Propecia is also used to reduce the risk of cancer of the head and neck (cheVENghuangbang), and to prevent prostate enlargement and other eye disorders.
Propecia is a branded version of Finasteride (Proscar) and is exactly the same effects as its branded equivalent.
Propecia has a longer duration of action, with effects lasting up to 5.5 years. This translates to a affected risk of cancer of the prostate (cheVENghuangbang), and male infertility and/or poor quality of results in some cases.
Both types of medication have been shown to be effective in treating male pattern baldness, though their specific effects have not been established.
Finasteride is a type II 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks the action of an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase, which is responsible for converting testosterone into DHT or the DHT-C salt. By lowering DHT levels, finasteride can help hair follicles shrink and slow down hair loss.
Both medications are also used to treat an enlarged prostate.
Proscar is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in women and male pattern hair loss in men. Proscar is also used to treat male pattern baldness by blocking the action of certain hormones in the scalp, such as dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is a form of prostate gland cancer. By reducing DHT levels in the body, Proscar can help decrease the symptoms of BPH and male pattern baldness, such as difficulty in starting and maintaining an operation or decreased volume of urination.
Both medications can also be used to treat an enlarged thyroid, although the precise effects are unknown.
Finasteride is also used to treat an enlarged prostate. This is an hormone problem that can affect men's urinary and sexual function. Propecia can also affect hair growth by reducing DHT levels in the body, though this effect is not clear.
Both medications are thought to come with the cost of the medication, though it is possible that they are more effective.
Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. By lowering DHT levels, finasteride can help reduce the symptoms of prostate enlargement and hair loss.
By lowering DHT levels, finasteride can help balding people reduce the need for prostate surgery and prostatectomy, and improve the quality of their sex life.
Finasteride (Proscar or Propecia) is a medication used in dogs to restore infertility issues caused by benign prostatic hypertrophy (an enlargement of the prostate gland caused by hormones) and treat the general clinical signs associated with it.
Finasteride is a hormone antagonist which stops testosterone from being converted to dihydrotestosterone, the hormone that stimulates prostate growth. Finasteride can be used to help with signs related to benign prostatic hypertrophy such as increased urge to urinate, straining to defecate, and blood in the urine.
Finasteride blocks production of the body's male hormone, which causes prostate enlargement.
Finasteride for dogs is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate) in dogs.
Please use according to your veterinarian's instructions.
Finasteride is generally well tolerated but GI side effects are possible and decreased semen volume.
Finasteride is should not be used in sexually developing male dogs, pregnant animals and animals allergic to it.
Pregnant or women of childbearing potential should use caution when handling this medication.
Overdoses can be very dangerous. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian.
If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to the regular schedule. Do not give two doses at once.
This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed.
Should your pet not be a perfect match, it could cause unexpected side effects or serious medical conditions. Can be used with other medications.This product should be used with the understanding that it may be damaged or�not. Limit its use to no more than three doses per day.
FDA Can I get pregnant after handling Finasteride?FDA pregnancy
fueling a fight for survivalThis medication is derived from the Chinese word for male hormone. It is used to treat prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate) in dogs. The medication will cause prostatic hypertrophy if the prostate does not grow. Prostatic shrinkage, estimated by the American College of Rheumatists (ACR) and others, may occur in certain patients receiving the medication. Animal studies have shown that this drug may be harmful to a male foetus who is born with an enlarged prostate. Some foetuses are born with male genitalia (labialis) that is not producing an adequate prolactin (prolactin is converted into an active testosterone). If your pet is observed during handling, he/she may need to be treated for a period of at least six months.
Pregnancy category X. Can I get pregnant during treatment?Fertility
Notify the prescribing veterinarian.
Finasteride can be broken up into smaller pills or administered directly to the affected dogs' urinary stream. The drug should not be broken up unless it has been so absorbed that it can beogeneity. The absorbed drug should be administered orally. It can be given either orally (5mg) or by tablets (25mg).How to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)BPH is a condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged and the urethra becomes filled with canker. The canker is a sign of an enlarged prostate. The medication may help in some cases. If your dog is vomiting, you should watch for the appearance of canker. Often these canker become worse. Tell your veterinarian right away if you notice any new or worsening symptoms.
Prostatic hyperplasia can affect dogs of all weights. Be sure to at all times prevent eating or drinking. Be sure to give the medication for at least 6 months.
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