Finflow 5mg Capsule

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Last updated on 10 Feb 2026 | 12:56 PM (IST)

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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.

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General Information

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Finasteride (5mg)

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Swati Spentose Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow Capsule

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of Finflow Capsule

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. Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 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 Finflow

Decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction
Ejaculation disorder

How to use Finflow Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Finflow 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How Finflow Capsule works

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is not indicated in women.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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.
Finflow 5mg Capsule is not indicated in women.

Driving

SAFE

Finflow 5mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule 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. Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule.

Is Finflow 5mg Capsule safe for BPH?

Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule.

Does Finflow 5mg Capsule lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?

Yes, Finflow 5mg Capsule can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule permanent?

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

Can Finflow 5mg Capsule cause infertility?

No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Finflow 5mg Capsule 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 Finflow 5mg Capsule stay in your system?

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

Does Finflow 5mg Capsule affect pregnancy?

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

At what time of the day should I take Finflow 5mg Capsule?

You can take Finflow 5mg Capsule 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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Hair loss

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Benign prostatic hyperplasia

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How much was the improvement?

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What were the side-effects while using Finflow 5mg Capsule?

Ejaculation disorder

33%

Sexual dysfunction

33%

Erectile dysfunction

33%

How do you take Finflow Capsule?

With food

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Finflow Capsule

Benefits of Finflow Capsule

Side effects of Finflow Capsule

How to use Finflow Capsule

How Finflow Capsule works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

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

How long does Finflow 5mg Capsule take to treat BPH?

Is Finflow 5mg Capsule safe for BPH?

Does Finflow 5mg Capsule lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?

Are the side effects of Finflow 5mg Capsule permanent?

Can Finflow 5mg Capsule cause infertility?

For how long does Finflow 5mg Capsule stay in your system?

Does Finflow 5mg Capsule affect pregnancy?

At what time of the day should I take Finflow 5mg Capsule?

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