Finasteride (topical)
Written By Dr. Mayank
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 03 Dec 2024 | 04:35 AM (UTC)
Finasteride (topical) Uses
Finasteride (topical) is used in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How Finasteride (topical) works
Finasteride (topical) works in hair loss by stimulating hair growth.
Common side effects of Finasteride (topical)
Skin rash, Dermatitis
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Expert advice for Finasteride (topical)
- Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical). Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Finasteride (topical) is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
- Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finasteride (topical).
- Your doctor has prescribed Finasteride (topical) 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 Finasteride (topical). Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Finasteride (topical) is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
- Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finasteride (topical).