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Composition FOR Finast 5mg Tablet

Finasteride(5mg)

food interaction for Finast Tablet

alcohol interaction for Finast Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Finast Tablet

lactation interaction for Finast Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Finast 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Finast 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Finast 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Finast 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Finast 5mg Tablet is not indicated in women.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Finast 5mg Tablet

Finasteride(5mg)

Finast tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

How finast tablet works

Finast 5mg Tablet is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks an enzyme which is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.

Common side effects of finast tablet

Decreased libido, Erectile dysfunction, Ejaculation disorder

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Expert advice FOR Finast Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
  • It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Finasteride. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
  • Finasteride is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
  • Should never be used by women or children. Pregnant women must not consume or even touch Finasteride.

Frequently asked questions FOR Finast 5mg Tablet

Finasteride

Q. Does Finast 5mg Tablet reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?
Yes, Finast 5mg Tablet 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Finast 5mg Tablet blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.
Q. How long does Finast 5mg Tablet take to treat BPH?
You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Finast 5mg Tablet.
Q. Is Finast 5mg Tablet safe for BPH?
Yes, Finast 5mg Tablet is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Finast 5mg Tablet.
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Q. Does Finast 5mg Tablet lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?
Yes, Finast 5mg Tablet can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Finast 5mg Tablet does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.
Q. Are the side effects of Finast 5mg Tablet permanent?
No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Finast 5mg Tablet is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Finast 5mg Tablet for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.
Q. Can Finast 5mg Tablet cause infertility?
No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Finast 5mg Tablet may sometimes cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
Q. For how long does Finast 5mg Tablet stay in your system?
Finast 5mg Tablet stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.
Q. Does Finast 5mg Tablet affect pregnancy?
This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. Pregnant women should not take Finast 5mg Tablet due to its effect on the fetus.
Q. At what time of the day should I take Finast 5mg Tablet?
You can take Finast 5mg Tablet any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.

Content on this page was last updated on 26 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)