What You Need to Know about Propecia

Propecia is a proven treatment for Male Pattern Hair Loss that FDA approved for potential patients. This treatment is encased in a film-coated tablet with a letter “P” on one side and the full name on the other side.

The pill has 1 mg of Finasteride in it so people who are allergic to the substance should not take it. This treatment is only made for male patients and is not made for women, especially if they are pregnant or may be pregnant. Pregnant women should be careful in handling this pill and if possible, they should not handle the capsule at all. Intake of this pill may also affect the results of an antigen test. If the test needs to be taken, the health provider should be informed of this medicine to avoid any false results.

Taking the pill helps in restriction of a build up of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) on the scalp. Continuous use results in regrowth of hair from 48% of men taking the drug. Side effects of taking the drug may include decrease in libido, erectile dysfunction or decrease semen count. These side effects were experienced by 2% of patients. Side effects went away as soon as these patients stopped using the drug. Other side effects include swelling of the lips and face and breast tenderness or enlargement. Consult your doctor or health provider for medical assistance when side effects occur.

Results may vary for different users. Normally, men taking the medication start to notice improvements within 3 months of taking Propecia. However, most users should take the medication for at least 6 to 12 months before noticing any results. Visible results like hair regrowth or minimal loss of hair would be perceptible with continuous use of the pill for more than 12 months. Discontinuation of use will result to reoccurrence of male pattern hair loss.

Propecia dosage should only be taken once a day. The medication can be taken at any time of the day but should be taken at the same hour of every day to keep an equal level in the body’s system. Food intake is not necessary to drink the medicine. If there are any stomach irregularities after taking the medicine, try to take it after eating. If a daily dosage is missed, make sure to take the medicine as soon as possible.

If the missed dosage was taken by the time the next dosage should be taken, forget taking the next dosage at all and continue as if a dosage wasn’t missed at all. If one encounters problems during any sexual activities, it is best to consult your doctor or health provider right away. It is best not to discontinue taking the medication before a doctor, health provider or pharmacist is consulted first.

During the use of the medication, make sure to keep a regular appointment with your doctor or health provider to check for improvements or possible side effects that may occur. There have been no recorded clinical studies on what would happen if one takes more than the recommended dosage per day. But it would be safe to follow the recommended 1 pill per day.

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