The following information is a summary about
Propecia. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Propecia Chemical Name: FINASTERIDE (fi-NAS-teer-ide)
Propecia USES
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
Propecia. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking and
of any other medical conditions, allergies, or pregnancy.
USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR WOMEN.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
or concerns about using this medicine.
HOW TO TAKE Propecia
Follow the directions for using Propecia provided by
your doctor. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist
any questions that you may have about this medicine.
Propecia may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
Store this medicine at room temperature between 59
and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed
container, away from moisture. If you miss a dose of
this medicine 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 TWO DOSES AT ONCE.
Propecia SIDE EFFECTS
A side effect that may occur while taking this medicine
is a change in sexual function. If it continues or
is bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR
DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience the following
side effects or symptoms of toxicity: skin rash or
swelling of lips. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
It may take several months for Propecia to work. Do not
stop taking this medicine without checking with your
doctor. Discontinuing use will result in a return within
12 months to the same amount of baldness as when you
started. Keep all doctor and laboratory appointments
while you are taking this medicine. Before you begin
taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. any women who
is pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle
crushed or broken tablets of Propecia. If this should
occur, CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
IF YOU TAKE TOO
MUCH Propecia
If overdose is suspected, call your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Do not share Propecia with others for whom it was not
prescribed. Do not use it for other health conditions.
KEEP THIS MEDICINE OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. If
using Propecia for an extended period of time obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
For more information on Propecia, you
can visit http://www.propecia.com.
