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Fistide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate. The alternative uses of Fistide have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fistide. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Fistide also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Fainting, Chills. While these are the most often observed Fistide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Fistide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Fistide's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Fistide related warnings talks about Fistide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Fistide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Fistide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fistide is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fistide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fistide is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fistide safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fistide. If you are pregnant, do not take Fistide without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fistide safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Fistide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Fistide on the Kidneys?
Fistide is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Fistide on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fistide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fistide on the Heart?
Using Fistide does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Fistide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fistide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fistide habit forming or addictive?
Fistide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fistide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fistide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fistide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fistide
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fistide, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fistide
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fistide with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 302-303
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 570-571
