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information is a summary about Propecia. It
is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Chemical Name: FINASTERIDE (fi-NAS-teer-ide)
USES
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact
with Propecia. Inform your doctor or pharmacist
of all prescription and over-the-counter medicines
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 THIS MEDICATION
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.
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
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/
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