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Propecia |
Propecia |
Propecia |
Propecia |
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1mg |
1mg |
5mg |
5mg |
| Quantity |
30 |
90 |
30 |
90 |
| Form |
Tab |
Tab |
Tab |
Tab |
| Our Price |
$16.99 US |
$48.99 US |
$35.99 US |
$86.99 US |
| Other Price |
$96 US |
$196 US |
$96 US |
$196 US |
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Propecia is the brand name.
Finasteride is the generic name.
Propecia is the medicine used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, a non cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in men.
Propecia is prescribed to treat male pattern baldness
Propecia belongs to a class of drugs known as dihydrotestosterone inhibitors.
Propecia (Finasteride) inhibits the activity of an enzyme that is required for the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, a compound that is needed for the development of benign prostates hyperplasia.
Propecia should not be used by women or children for hair loss problems. Propecia is obtained by prescription only.
Enough research has not been done to say if Propecia helps for receding hairlines at the temples.
Propecia takes a long time to take effect so one has to be patient to see results.
It has been found that healthy hair grows only about half an inch each month. More than 1 million men have used Propecia in the United States since the drug's introduction in1998.
Dosage
One may need to take Propecia daily for 3 months before he may see a benefit from taking Propecia. If one has not been benefited after using Propecia for 12 month, further treatment is unlikely to be of any benefit.
Propecia benefits only if taken on long term basis. One may start to loose hair which he had gained in 12 months if he stops taking Propecia.
Results vary from person to person. Generally one is not able to grow back all the hair he has lost.
Precautions while taking Propecia
Propecia should be taken once a day. Propecia can be also taken without food. Propecia should be taken as per the doctor's prescription. Propecia dosage should not exceed the prescription amount.
Do not stop taking Propecia without consulting your doctor. Doctor should be informed if one has liver disease or any other disorder. In case of liver disease, doctor may lower the dose or keep special monitoring during the treatment.
Pregnant women should not handle Propecia in the powdered form as it may cause abnormalities in the male sex organs of the child.
Do not use Propecia if you are allergic to Finasteride or any ingredients in Propecia.
Storage & Handling
Propecia should be kept in the original container and keep the container closed. Propecia should be stored in a dry place at room temperature Propecia tablets are coated and one has to prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling. Do not take the tablets that are broken or crushed. Do not share Propecia with anyone else. Keep Propecia out of the reach of children.
Missed Dose
One should take the missed dose of Propecia as soon as he remembers. But if it is almost time for the next dose of Propecia, then skip the missed dose and follow the regular schedule.
Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Side Effects of Propecia
Men who are taking Propecia have trouble in having an erection and some have also experienced a decrease in the production of semen.
These symptoms were not seen when the person stopped taking Propecia. When you stop taking Propecia you will likely lose any hair you have gained within 12 months of treatment. Some of these results could vary.
PROPECIA can cause allergic reaction including rashes, itching, hives, and swelling of the lips and face. Propecia can cause problem with ejaculation, breast tenderness and enlargement and testicular pain.
If you see any of these side effects of Propecia report to your doctor any changes in your breasts such as lumps, pain, or nipple discharge.
Many people have experienced depression and anxiety due to hair loss as much importance is given to physical appearance in our society.
New Treatment for Women's Hair Loss
In the United Kingdom a new treatment for women suffering hair loss was approved called CPA therapy to increase the cosmetically hair when up to two hundred milligram of aldosterone antagonist spironolactone is taken per day.
In order for the best result to be achieved for women the treatment may have to be carried for one year or more. Usually for women, age is a factor in determining the results of this therapy. Also how long the woman has been suffering from alopecia is a factor that affects the results.
Hair Transplant
An average human has 5 million hairs on the entire body. It's naturally assumed that most of this hair is on the head, but actually the scalp has a total of 150,000 hairs, so a single hair on our head is priceless.
If your hair is becoming thinner, losing its color, or falling out, you should consult your doctor. If you start treatment at the earliest, your head will retain and regrow your hair better. Hair loss is a huge problem that affects a large population. There are many treatments that are effective at treating different types of hair loss. There is no total cure but there are solutions.
Surgical Hair Restoration
A person who does not benefit from any of the recommended treatment may be a candidate for surgical hair restoration, such as a hair transplant. This type of surgery is very expensive, Time consuming and is extremely painful. A hair transplant is a permanent solution to hair loss, but it involves a complicated series of expensive operations in which they extract plugs from the scalp, located at the back of the head or the sides in the areas where hair grows densely. The extracted plugs are implanted in the area where one is balding. One needs major commitment of time and financial resources for surgical hair restoration. Sometimes the restoration surgery costs $15,000 and takes upto two years to fully complete. Inspite of all drawbacks over 200,000 men decide to have hair restoration surgery each year.
One should try other hair loss treatments that have been proven effective, such as Propecia. It is clinically proven that Propecia stops hair loss and re-grows hair. As a DHT inhibitor, Propecia treats the hair loss problems at the roots.
You should consult your doctor if you are interested in hair transplantation to see if you qualify for the procedure or if you should begin with Propecia as a safer, less painful and more affordable alternative.
This information is only for your general knowledge .Before taking any medication consult your physician.
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