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Finasteride Tablet is a prescription medicine. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Finasteride Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Finasteride Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Finasteride Tablet include Dizziness, Fainting, Chills. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Finasteride Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Finasteride Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Finasteride Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Finasteride Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Finasteride Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Finasteride Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Finasteride Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Finasteride Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Finasteride Tablet 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Finasteride Tablet is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Finasteride Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Finasteride. If you are pregnant, do not take Finasteride without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Finasteride Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Finasteride in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Finasteride Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Finasteride does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Finasteride Tablet on the Liver?
Finasteride can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Finasteride Tablet on the Heart?
Finasteride is completely safe for the heart.
Finasteride Tablet 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 Finasteride Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Finasteride Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Finasteride Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Finasteride Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Finasteride Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Finasteride Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Finasteride Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Finasteride Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Finasteride Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Finasteride Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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