Stop Hair Loss with Propecia Finasteride Treatment

Propecia is used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss on the vertex and the anterior mid-scalp area. It is meant for men only and should not be used by women or children. The generic name of propecia is finasteride and the brand names are Propecia, Proscar. A prescription is required to buy Propecia.

Men with (male pattern hair loss) MPHL have high levels of DHT in their balding scalps. DHT contributes to lessen hair follicles and a decrease in the number of visible hairs. DHT is a substance in the scalp that can reduce the hair follicle until it no longer produces visible hair. Some people also suffer from hair loss due to hereditary problem. Generic PROPECIA blocks the formulation of DHT in the scalp.

Male Pattern Baldness occurs due to production of male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Type II 5-alpha reductase is an enzyme in body which is responsible for converting the male hormone testosterone into DHT. Propecia (Finasteride) slow down the action of this enzyme.

 

Propecia's side effects are for the most part sexual. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Propecia. The major side effects are breast tenderness and enlargement, decreased amount of semen per ejaculation, decreased sex drive, impotence, itching, rash, swelling, testicular pain.

 

Propecia causes birth defects in male fetuses and abnormalities in the genitalia of male fetuses when the pregnant mother underwent exposure. Women are warned against touching broken or crushed tablets of Propecia, because there is the some possibility that they may absorb some of the active ingredient into their system. And a slight exposure can cause harm a male fetus. It is also advised to avoid it not just during pregnancy, but also while breast feeding.

 

The daily recommended dosage of generic propecia is 1 milligram per day. This dosage quantity differs according to the age. The dosage also varies for those people who have other health problem. So it is best to let your physician know if you have any type of kidney related diseases before taking generic propecia. If you miss one dose don't take double dose, because the overdose of generic propecia can cause major health problem.

 

There are several side effects associated with taking Propecia (Finasteride), such as decreased volume of ejaculate, decreased libido, erectile dysfunction; rashes, itching and swelling of the lips and face; breast tenderness and enlargement and testicular pain. It is advised to avoid the drug for those who are taking 'Proscar' (finasteride 5 mg) or any other 5a-reductase inhibitor for benign prostatic hyperplasia or any other condition. The drug is not indicated for use in pediatric patients.

 

Store the drug at room temperature, 15-30°C (59-86°F). Keep container closed and protect from moisture. It is warned for the women not to handle crushed or broken PROPECIA tablets when they are pregnant or may possibly be pregnant because of the risk of absorption of finasteride. It is harmful for a male fetus.