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Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule
Prescription Required
Introduction of Finast T Capsule
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines which work in different ways to treat men with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or needing to go to the toilet more often. It is not used to prevent prostate cancer.
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule should be taken at the same time each day. Take it as a whole – do not break, chew or crush them. Your doctor will prescribe the dose most suitable for you. To gain the most benefit and treat your symptoms effectively you should not miss doses, even if you feel well. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice an improvement in symptoms but keep taking them regularly. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks or if they get worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include reduced sex drive, inability to get an erection (impotence) and tenderness or enlargement of your breasts. If these effects worry you or do not go away, call your doctor for advice. You may also feel dizzy or drowsy. These risks are higher when you first start taking this drug. Remember, your doctor has given you this medicine because the benefits are greater than the risks of the side effects.
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule should not be taken by women or children. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure or liver or kidney disease. This medicine may not be suitable. It can also affect, or be affected by, other drugs so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking. You may be advised to wear a condom during sex and to have your blood pressure checked frequently. Talk to your healthcare team if you drink alcohol.
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule should be taken at the same time each day. Take it as a whole – do not break, chew or crush them. Your doctor will prescribe the dose most suitable for you. To gain the most benefit and treat your symptoms effectively you should not miss doses, even if you feel well. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice an improvement in symptoms but keep taking them regularly. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks or if they get worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include reduced sex drive, inability to get an erection (impotence) and tenderness or enlargement of your breasts. If these effects worry you or do not go away, call your doctor for advice. You may also feel dizzy or drowsy. These risks are higher when you first start taking this drug. Remember, your doctor has given you this medicine because the benefits are greater than the risks of the side effects.
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule should not be taken by women or children. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure or liver or kidney disease. This medicine may not be suitable. It can also affect, or be affected by, other drugs so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking. You may be advised to wear a condom during sex and to have your blood pressure checked frequently. Talk to your healthcare team if you drink alcohol.
Side effects of Finast T Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Finast T
- Impotence
- Ejaculation disorder
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Dizziness
- Decreased libido
- Breast enlargement
- Infection
- Chest pain
- Back pain
How to use Finast T Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Finast T Capsule works
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Tamsulosin and Finasteride, which relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so as to allow easy passage of urine. Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which helps in shrinking the prostate gland by decreasing the level of the hormone which helps the prostate gland grow.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Finast T Capsule
- You have been prescribed Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
- Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
- Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule.
- It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count.
- Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule.
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FAQs
Finast T Capsule
Q. Is Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule effective?
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What is benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is also known as prostate gland enlargement. It is a common condition in older men. BPH may cause symptoms like frequent or urgent need to urinate, increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia) and inability to completely empty the bladder.
Q. Can the use of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. These symptoms could be due to the presence of silodosin in the medicine. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule?
The use of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is considered to be harmful in patients who are allergic to any active or inactive ingredients of the medicine. Caution is advised in patients with underlying kidney or liver disease. If not sure, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Is Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule safe?
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. When should I take Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule?
Finast T 0.4mg/5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time every day to avoid the chances of a missed dose. It should be swallowed whole. Follow the doctor’s advice properly and do not miss the dose.
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