Fincar (Finasteride) Canada
Description
Fincar is classified as a male treatment, which active ingredients prevent the process of testosterone conversion into dihydrotestosterone. The latter is involved in the development of the devastating health issue called benign prostatic hyperplasia. The drug is prescribed to patients, who are diagnosed with male pattern hair loss. Additionally, it can eliminate the signs of benign prostatic hyperplasia in males with accompanying enlarged prostate. The treatment can be used off-label for other purposes, not determined in the safety guide. However, keep in mind that the drug is for men only.
Recommendations
Your medical specialist should be warned about all the issues and health problems, which can prevent you from a safe and flawless therapy. Take Fincar strictly in accordance with the doctor’s recommendations and safety specifications. Do not increase or decrease the dosage, the term of the course or similar peculiarities in order to avoid misuse. 5 mg a day is an average dose sufficient for a positive effect with minimal risks. Use the drug on a regular basis, preferably with a full glass of water. You can take the remedy with or without food, at the same time every day. The complete treatment course can last for over 3 months, until you notice the first improvements. However, tell your doctor if the condition does not get better after a month of the drug use. Frequent blood tests and medical consultations are required during the therapy.
Precautions
You should not take Fincar without doctor’s consultation. Do not take the treatment if you are allergic to Finasteride or other ingredients of the treatment or similar pharmaceuticals. The drug is not approved for children and women. Mind that Finasteride can advance the risk of prostate cancer development. Make sure your health allows a safe Fincar course. Tell your doctor about all the impairments, illnesses and health disorders, paying ultimate attention to urethra stricture, abnormal liver enzyme tests, liver dysfunctions, bladder muscle abnormalities, prostate cancer and urination disorders.
Despite the drug is not approved for women, pregnant and breastfeeding women should never interact with the medicine due to the high risk of a harmful impact on the health of an unborn and nursing child.
Drug Interactions
Several prescription and non-prescription drugs, minerals, herbal products and pharmaceutical supplements can influence Fincar therapy, aggravating the current condition and triggering devastating complications. Warn your doctor about all the drugs you are using, with special concern paid to Cardizem, Diltiazem, Fluconazole, Luvox, Nefazodone, Rapamune and others.
Since it is not a complete list of possible interactions, you need to pay due attention to other pharmaceuticals taken.
Side Effects
Call your medical specialist in case Fincar intake has triggered any abnormalities. Decreased libido, temporary impotence, abnormal ejaculation and similar disorders serve the normal reactions to the drug intake. However, these problems can develop and stimulate the occurrence of more severe health impairments. Inform your healthcare provider about all the minor to severe complications and disorders you have. Seek emergency assistance in case you have got hives, itching, swelling, breathing complications and similar signs of allergic reactions or other dangerous complications, including breast tenderness or pain, breast lumps, abnormal nipple discharge or any other breast change.