Finasteride Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Finasteride-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Finasteride brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Finasteride

Pronunciation : fin-uh-ste-ryde

Therapeutic Classification : BPH Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Finasteride

India :

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International :

Proscar, Propecia

Why is Finasteride Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic antiandrogen, prescribed for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostate cancer, and hair loss. It prevents testosterone conversion in to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body.

When should Finasteride not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnant women and in patients with known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Finasteride?

PO- The recommended dose is 5 mg orally once a day.

How should Finasteride be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Finasteride?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of narrowing or blockage in the urinary tract, prostate cancer, trouble in urinating, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It should not be used in children.

What are the side effects of Finasteride?

Genitourinary - Impotence, decreased sexual activity, ejaculation disorder, breast enlargement and breast tenderness.
Body as a whole - Weakness and headache.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
Metabolic - Swelling in the extremities.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, drowsiness and depression.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and runny nose.