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Finastrate 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to shrink the size of the enlarged prostate gland and relieves symptoms like difficulty in passing urine, urgent need to pass urine, and inability to hold the urine.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 10 Feb 2026 | 12:56 PM (IST)

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Finasteride (5mg)

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Prevego Healthcare & Research Private Limited

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Product introduction

Finastrate 5mg Tablet is to be taken by mouth with or without food. The dose and duration of the medicine should be taken as per prescription. An overdose of it may cause harm to your health. It is better to take the medicine at the same time each day and it must be swallowed as a whole. It may take some time for the medicine to act upon the symptoms, so it is important to take the medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually well tolerated. However, it may cause some mild sexual side effects such as ejaculation disorder, erectile dysfunction, and decreased libido. Some people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, rashes, and swelling of the lips or face. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor without delay.

Before starting the treatment, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for any health condition. This will ensure your safety.

Uses of Finastrate Tablet

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of Finastrate Tablet

Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition where the prostate gland enlarges, causing difficulty in urination, frequent urination, and weak urine flow. Finastrate 5mg Tablet helps shrink the enlarged prostate by blocking hormones that cause its growth. This improves urine flow, reduces symptoms, and supports better bladder function.

Side effects of Finastrate Tablet

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 Finastrate

Decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction
Ejaculation disorder

How to use Finastrate Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Finastrate 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Finastrate Tablet works

Finastrate 5mg Tablet is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks an enzyme which is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Finastrate 5mg Tablet to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Finastrate 5mg Tablet. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
Finastrate 5mg Tablet is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
Should never be used by women or children. Pregnant women must not consume or even touch Finastrate 5mg Tablet.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Finastrate 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Finastrate 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Finastrate 5mg Tablet is not indicated in women.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Finastrate 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Finastrate 5mg Tablet is not indicated in women.

Driving

SAFE

Finastrate 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Finastrate 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Finastrate 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?

Yes, Finastrate 5mg Tablet 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Finastrate 5mg Tablet blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.

How long does Finastrate 5mg Tablet take to treat BPH?

You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Finastrate 5mg Tablet.

Is Finastrate 5mg Tablet safe for BPH?

Yes, Finastrate 5mg Tablet is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Finastrate 5mg Tablet.

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?

Yes, Finastrate 5mg Tablet can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Finastrate 5mg Tablet does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.

Are the side effects of Finastrate 5mg Tablet permanent?

No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Finastrate 5mg Tablet is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Finastrate 5mg Tablet for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.

Can Finastrate 5mg Tablet cause infertility?

No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Finastrate 5mg Tablet may sometimes cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.

For how long does Finastrate 5mg Tablet stay in your system?

Finastrate 5mg Tablet stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet affect pregnancy?

This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. Pregnant women should not take Finastrate 5mg Tablet due to its effect on the fetus.

At what time of the day should I take Finastrate 5mg Tablet?

You can take Finastrate 5mg Tablet any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Androgen derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)

References

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Chrousos GP. The Gonadal Hormones & Inhibitors. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 723.
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Name: Prevego Healthcare & Research Private Limited
Address: Satyam Medical, Room No.9, Ground Floor, Laxmi Niwas 4-6, Bora Bazar Street, Fort Mumbai City MH 400001

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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Finastrate Tablet

Benefits of Finastrate Tablet

Side effects of Finastrate Tablet

How to use Finastrate Tablet

How Finastrate Tablet works

All substitutes for Finastrate 5mg Tablet

Finostar 5mg Tablet

Fincar Tablet

Finast Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?

How long does Finastrate 5mg Tablet take to treat BPH?

Is Finastrate 5mg Tablet safe for BPH?

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?

Are the side effects of Finastrate 5mg Tablet permanent?

Can Finastrate 5mg Tablet cause infertility?

For how long does Finastrate 5mg Tablet stay in your system?

Does Finastrate 5mg Tablet affect pregnancy?

At what time of the day should I take Finastrate 5mg Tablet?

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