Finpecia 1mg

Warning

Finasteride side effects

Similar to any medication, Finasteride may lead to potential side effects. These side effects are as follows: 

• Rash
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Headache
• Decreased libido (sex drive)
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Ejaculation disorders
• Infertility (rare)
• Breast tenderness and enlargement

Note: This is not a complete list of side effects. If you experience unusual symptoms while taking the Finpecia tablet, contact your doctor or seek medical attention.

Finpecia 1mg interactions

Finpecia may interact with certain drugs and diseases and cause specific side effects. To avoid side effects, inform your medical professional before taking Finasteride tablets.

Finpecia drug interactions 

The following drugs may potentially interact with Finpecia tablets:

• Adagrasib
• Avacopan
• Diltiazem
• Duvelisib
• Fluconazole
• Fluvoxamine
• Fostamatinib

Disease interaction

Some diseases can interact with Finasteride 1mg, causing adverse reactions. If you have any of the following diseases, inform your doctor before taking medicine.

• Liver diseases: Finasteride, the active ingredient in this medication, is metabolized primarily in the liver. Therefore, if you have a history of liver disease, consult your healthcare professional before taking this medicine
• Urinary obstruction: Finasteride can worsen urinary flow obstruction by relaxing prostate muscles, potentially exacerbating existing urinary symptoms. Supervision by a healthcare provider is crucial for patients with urinary obstruction

Precautions

The following are some of the precautions that must be taken while taking Finasteride medication:

• Missed dose: If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and stick to your usual schedule. Avoid doubling up on doses to compensate for a missed one. It’s important not to overdose on this medication
• Overdose: In an overdose, seek emergency medical attention or contact a doctor
• Allergy: Avoid using this medication if you have a known allergy to Finasteride. If you develop any allergic symptoms like itching, rash, or swelling, consult your doctor promptly
• Use in children: This medicine is not approved for use in children. Keep it out of reach of children and consult your doctor for alternative treatment
• Prostate Cancer or Liver disease: Avoid taking Finasteride if you have prostate cancer or liver disease. Inform your doctor of your medical history for a safe treatment plan
• Pregnancy and congenital disabilities: Finasteride can cause congenital disabilities if used by pregnant women. Women who are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken tablets. Avoid contact with the medication entirely if you are pregnant
• Avoid drinking grapefruit juice: Grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Finasteride, as it can increase the drug levels in your body and potentially raise the risk of side effects

Storage of Finpecia 

Store the medicine at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C, and protect it from sunlight and moisture.