Drug Uses
Propecia is a pill used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss on the
vertex (top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area (middle front of head). There
is not sufficient evidence that Propecia works for receding hairlines at the
temples. Propecia is for use by MEN ONLY and should NOT be used by women or
children.
How Taken
Propecia comes as a tablet. Propecia usually is taken once a day. It may be
taken with or without food. Take Propecia exactly as directed. Do not take
more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Continue to take Propecia even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Propecia
without talking to your doctor.
Warnings/Precautions
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have liver disease.
You may not be able to take Propecia, or you may need a lower dose or special
monitoring during treatment. Propecia is intended for men use only. Propecia
is not indicated for women use. Do not take or handle this medication if you
are pregnant or are could become pregnant during treatment. Propecia is in the
FDA pregnancy category X. This means that it is known to cause birth defects
in an unborn baby. Women who are or who may become pregnant must not handle
crushed or broken Propecia tablets. The medication could be absorbed through
the skin. Propecia is known to cause birth defects in a developing male baby.
Exposure to whole tablets should be avoided whenever possible however exposure
to whole tablets is not expected to be harmful as long as the tablets are not
swallowed. It is not known whether Propecia passes into breast milk. Propecia
is not intended for women use. Do not take this medication if you are
breast-feeding a baby.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Propecia and you remember the same day, take it as
soon as possible. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Possible Side Effects
Stop taking Propecia and seek emergency medical attention if you experience
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of
the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects have been reported but usually resolve with
continued treatment. Continue to take Propecia and notify your doctor if you
experience:
-decreased libido (sex drive);
-decreased volume of ejaculate;
-impotence (trouble getting or keeping an erection); or
-breast tenderness or enlargement.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor
about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Storage
Store Propecia at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30
degrees C) in a tightly closed container, away from moisture.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of a
Propecia overdose are not known.
More Information
DO NOT share Propecia with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
use Propecia for other health conditions. Keep this product out of the reach
of children. If using Propecia for an extended period of time, obtain refills
before your supply runs out.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not
intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions,
precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We
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