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| Uses |
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| | Propecia is an androgen hormone
inhibitor used to treat male pattern hair loss IN MEN ONLY.
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| Directions |
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| | Follow the directions for
using Propecia provided by your doctor. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist
any questions that you may have about this medicine. This medicine may be taken
on an empty stomach or with food.
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| Side
Effects |
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| | A side effect that may occur
while taking Propecia is a change in sexual function. If it continues or is bothersome,
check with your doctor. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience the
following side effects or symptoms of toxicity: skin rash or swelling of lips.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. |
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| Precautions |
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| | It may take several months
for this medicine to work. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with
your doctor. Stopping this medicine will result in a return within 12 months to
the same amount of baldness as when you started. Keep all doctor and laboratory
appointments while you are taking this medicine. Before you begin taking any new
medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Any woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle crushed
or broken tablets of this medicine. If a woman who is pregnant comes in contact
with crushed or broken tablets of this medicine, contact your doctor as soon as
possible. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. |
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| Interactions |
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| | Some medicines or medical
conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of
all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, or pregnancy. Use of this medicine
is not recommended if you are female. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any questions or concerns about using this medicine. |
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| Missed
Dosages |
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| | If you miss a dose of Propecia
and you remember the same day, take it as soon as possible. If you do not remember
until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once. |
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| Storage |
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| | Store Propecia
at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed
container, away from moisture. |
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Allergies
