Finast Tablet Information

Finast Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate. The alternative uses of Finast Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Finast Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Finast Tablet include Dizziness, Fainting, Chills. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Finast Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Finast Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Finast Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Finast Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Finast Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Finast Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Finast Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Finast Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Finast Benefits & Uses
Finast Dosage & How to Take
Finast Side Effects
Finast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Finast with Other Drugs
Finast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Finast
Finast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Finast Tablet Benefits & Uses

Finast Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Other Benefits

Alopecia

Finast Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Finast Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Finast Tablet is used -

Mild

Decreased libido
Breast Enlargement

Common

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fainting
Chills

Finast Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Finast Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Finast has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Finast without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Finast Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Finast in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Finast Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Finast does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Finast Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Finast. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Finast Tablet on the Heart?

Using Finast does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Finast Tablet with Other Drugs

Finast Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Finast Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Finast Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Prostate Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Finast Tablet

Is this Finast Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Finast Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Finast Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Finast Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Finast Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Finast Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Finast Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Finast Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Finast Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Finast Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Propecia® (finasteride)