Propecia Prescription for Hair Loss

Propecia (finasteride) is a medical breakthrough - the first pill that effectively treats male pattern hair loss on the vertex (at top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area.

Uses of Propecia

Propecia is an androgen hormone inhibitor used to treat male pattern hair loss IN MEN ONLY.

Propecia Directions

Follow the directions for using Propecia provided by your doctor. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Propecia. Propecia may be taken once daily on an empty stomach. STORE PROPECIA at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from moisture. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF PROPECIA 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 of Propecia at once.

Propecia Side Effects

A SIDE EFFECT that may occur while taking Propecia 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.

Propecia Precautions

IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL MONTHS for Propecia to work. Do not stop taking Propecia without checking with your doctor. Stopping Propecia 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 Propecia. 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 Propecia. If a woman who is pregnant comes in contact with crushed or broken tablets of Propecia, contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Drug Interactions with Propecia

Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.

Missed Dose of Propecia

If you miss a dose of Propecia, do not double the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.

Propecia Storage

Store Propecia at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep Propecia and all medications out of the reach of children.

Propecia Notes

DO NOT SHARE PROPECIA with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE PROPECIA for other health conditions. KEEP PROPECIA out of the reach of children. IF USING PROPECIA FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.