Finast 5 mg Tablets for hair l

Active Ingredient	Finasteride
Type	Hair Loss

How Finast 5mg Works

It is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It contains the ingredient Finasteride that works by decreasing the amount of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. The enzyme 5-alpha reductase converts the hormone testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and causes hair follicles to shrink. DHT binds with the receptors of the hair follicles and weakens them over time. This disturbs the natural growth cycle of hair that leads to hair loss. Finast 5 mg blocks the action of 5-alpha reductase and decreases the amount of DHT in the body. This promotes hair regrowth and decreases prostate size. After some time, new hairs can be seen growing in their original place.

Uses if Finast 5 mg

It is used for the treatment of the following conditions:

1. Androgenetic Alopecia – a condition that causes hair loss in men, ultimately leading to baldness.
2. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) – an age-related disorder that causes the prostate to increase in size, thereby leading to urination problems.

Dosage of Finast tablet

It is recommended to be taken once daily. This medicine can be taken with or without food.

1. For patients suffering from Androgenetic Alopecia, the effects of this medication can be experienced within the first 3-4 months. However, the rate of hair regrowth increases with time and it can take anywhere around 6-9 months for the results to appear.

The effects of this medication may vary depending upon various factors such as age, metabolism, lifestyles, health conditions, etc

Missed Dosage: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it’s time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose or an overdose to make up for the missed dose. Make sure that you consume the drug daily as hair loss occurs again when you stop taking the medication.

Overdose: An overdose of the drug can lead to various side-effects. If an overdose is suspected, seek medical help immediately.

Important Advisory

Before you take Finast 5 mg, tell your doctor:

1. If you have a problem such as prostate cancer.
2. If you are allergic to Dutasteride or any other medications.
3. If you have a problem such as urethral stricture.
4. If you have urination problems.
5. If you have a bladder muscle disorder.
6. If you have kidney or liver disease.

Side Effects of Finast

Common side-effects  include:

1. Headaches
2. Nausea
3. Dizziness
4. Runny nose
5. Itching
6. Rashes
7. Hives
8. Abnormal ejaculation
9. Loss of interest in sex
10. Rapid weight gain
11. Swelling or tenderness in breast
12. Swelling in hands or feet
13. Chills or cold sweats
14. Abdominal pain

If problems persist for long, contact your doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Certain drugs are known to interact with Finast 5 mg and affect the way it works. If you take any recreational or any other form of drugs to treat your existing illnesses or for any other purposes, let your doctor know about them.

1. Anticoagulants such as heparin and warfarin
2. Beta-blockers such as propranolol
3. Antipyrine
4. Diltiazem
5. Antifungal medications such as itraconazole
6. Theophylline
7. St. John’s Wort
8. Digoxin
9. HIV Protease inhibitors such as indinavir, nelfinavir, and ritonavir

Interaction with alcohol

Interaction with alcohol has not been studied. However, patients have reported a decrease in their alcohol consumption after taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about potential interactions.

Storage Instructions of Finast 5mg tablet

It should be stored properly and safely in their original packaging.

1. Keep the medicines out of reach of children.
2. Keep the pills away from direct heat, moisture, and sunlight.
3. Once the pack is opened, store the pills in an airtight container.
4. Do not consume the pills past their expiration date.