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Propecia (finasteride) is a medication used to treat male pattern baldness. Propecia is the brand name for the drug finasteride. Finasteride was originally developed to treat enlarged prostate glands. Propecia is available in a generic form called finasteride. Propecia is not for use by women and children. Propecia may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Propecia is used to treat male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in men. Propecia is a prescription medicine and is not available over the counter. Propecia is a once-a-day pill that can be taken with or without food.

Propecia may help you keep the hair you have and help regrow hair.

Propecia must be used regularly to be effective. It may take at least three months of daily use of Propecia before you see results.

Propecia can be stopped at any time and the hair loss will gradually return over a period of months.

Store Propecia at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you notice any breast lumps, pain, nipple discharge, or other breast changes. These may be signs of male breast cancer.

Finasteride can cause birth defects in male babies. Use Propecia with caution. Propecia is not for use by women.

Propecia can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken Propecia tablets. Propecia tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling, provided that the tablets are not broken or crushed.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Propecia if you are allergic to finasteride, or if you have:

• liver disease
• a history of breast cancer
• if you are a woman

To make sure Propecia is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• prostate cancer
• a bladder muscle disorder;
• stomach ulcers or digestion problems.

It is not known whether Propecia will harm an unborn baby. Propecia is not for use by women. Finasteride can cause birth defects in male babies.

If a woman who is pregnant with a male baby swallows or comes in contact with the medicine in Propecia, the male baby may be born with sex organs that are not normal.

Propecia is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

How should I take Propecia?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.

Propecia is usually taken once per day with or without food.

You may need to take Propecia daily for three months or more before you see a benefit.

Propecia can be stopped at any time and the hair loss will gradually return over a period of months.

Store Propecia at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking Propecia?

Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.

Propecia side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you notice any breast lumps, pain, nipple discharge, or other breast changes. These may be signs of male breast cancer.

Finasteride can cause birth defects in male babies. Use Propecia with caution. Propecia is not for use by women.

Propecia can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken Propecia tablets. Propecia tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling, provided that the tablets are not broken or crushed.

Common Propecia side effects may include:

• decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm
• abnormal ejaculation
• swelling in your hands or feet
• feeling like you might pass out

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Propecia?

Other drugs may interact with finasteride, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.