PROPECIAŽ is the first and only FDA-approved
pill proven to treat male pattern hair loss on
the vertex (top of the head) and anterior mid-scalp
area in men.
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PropeciaŽ
FINASTERIDE (fi-NAS-teer-ide)
Common uses
Propecia is an androgen hormone inhibitor used to treat
male pattern hair loss in men ONLY.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you
are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, or pregnancy. Use of this
medicine is NOT recommended if you are female. Contact
your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
or concerns about using this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using Propecia provided by
your doctor. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any
questions that you may have about this medicine. This
medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
Storage
Store this medicine at room temperature between 59 and
86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed
container, away from moisture.
Miss a dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine and you remember
the same day, take it as soon as possible. If you do
not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take 2 doses at once.
If you take too many
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Cautions
It may take several months for Propecia to work. Do
not stop taking this medicine without checking with
your doctor. Stopping this medicine will result in a
return within 12 months to the same amount of baldness
as when you started. Keep all doctor and laboratory
appointments while you are taking this medicine.
Before you begin taking any new medicine, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor
or pharmacist. Any woman who is pregnant or who may
become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken
tablets of this medicine. If a woman who is pregnant
comes in contact with crushed or broken tablets of this
medicine, contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Possible side effects
A side effect that may occur while taking this medicine
is a change in sexual function. If it continues or is
bothersome, check with your doctor. Contact your
doctor immediately if you experience the following
side effects or symptoms of toxicity: skin rash or swelling
of lips. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Additional information
DO NOT share this medicine with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT use this medicine
for other health conditions. Keep this product
out of the reach of children. If using this medicine
for an extended period of time, obtain refills before
your supply runs out.
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