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What should I discuss with my doctor before taking finasteride-Propecia? * Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have liver
disease. You may not be able to take finasteride, or you may need a lower
dose or special monitoring during treatment. How should I take finasteride Propecia? * Take finasteride exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not
understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to
explain them to you. What are the causes of male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia)? In male pattern baldness or androgenetic alopecia the way hair grows changes. The affected hairs become thinner and lighter in colour. Eventually some hairs become impossible to see making you look bald. Some men are genetically at risk of male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia). In these men, hormones in the blood supply to the scalp causes each hair to grow for a shorter length of time, and this creates the thinning and light hair. Over a number of hair growth cycles, this results in the thin, pale hair that we see with male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia). If left untreated, male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) will
tend to get worse with time.This will happen at different rates for different
people. Despite being a very common condition male pattern baldness (androgenetic
alopecia) can have a serious effect on the sufferer. Male pattern baldness
(androgenetic alopecia) can be associated with a poor body image, make
people feel old and unattractive and in general have low self-esteem.
This leads to a greater likelihood of depression and other psychological
problems. In general first impressions are very important and having male
pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) can strongly affect whether or
not a man perceives himself as attractive to others, and studies show
that this perception can be correct as male pattern baldness (androgenetic
alopecia) can affect men's perceived sexual attractiveness. How does Propecia work? Propecia prevents the growth of 5-Alpha-Reductase, thus preventing the formation of DHT. DHT (Di-hydrotestosterone) is present in higher levels in men who suffer from male pattern hair loss. DHT is one of the male hormones principally responsible for the development of the external male genitals. In adults it is also linked to: · male pattern hair loss Dosages of Propecia The recommended dose is one 1mg tablet daily, with or without meals. If you miss your dose then continue as usual with one tablet to be taken the following day. No benefits will be gained in taking more than the recommended daily dose. Possible Side Effects of Propecia Stop taking propecia and seek emergency medical attention if you experience
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling
of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Propecia Storage Store propecia at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly closed container, away from moisture. Overdose Propecia Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of a propecia overdose are not known.
Propecia (Finasteride) is the only prescription tablet in the UK for male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia).
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