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Finast T, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Other than this, Finast T has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Finast T depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Finast T include Dizziness, Fainting, Chills. Some other side effects of Finast T have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Finast T normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Finast T's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Finast T's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Finast T is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Finast T have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Finast T with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Finast T is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Finast T is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Finast T is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Finast T safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Finast T. If you are pregnant, do not take Finast T without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Finast T safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Finast T for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Finast T on the Kidneys?
Finast T is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Finast T on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Finast T. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Finast T only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Finast T on the Heart?
You can take Finast T without any fear of damage to the heart.
Finast T should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Finast T unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Finast T habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Finast T has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Finast T
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Finast T, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Finast T
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Finast T.
Finast T is available as a capsule and tablet to be taken by mouth in an empty stomach because food can delay the absorption of this drug and also decrease its bioavailability. Precaution must be taken in the patient with prostate cancer, sulfa allergy, and Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome.
Yes, Finast T is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Finast T helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.
No, Finast T doesn't cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating small, frequent meals and adding some physical activity to the routine.
You can take Finast T for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take an extra dose or a high dose without informing your doctor. Also, do not discontinue taking Finast T on your own as that might cause serious adverse effects.
Finast T is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).
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