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What is Profin
Profin prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).Profin (Propecia) is used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss. Profin (Proscar) is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.
Profin may also be used for purposes not listed in Profin guide.
Profin side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Call your doctor at once if you notice any breast lumps, pain, nipple discharge, or other breast changes. These may be signs of male breast cancer.
Less serious side effects may include:
- impotence, loss of interest in sex, or trouble having an orgasm;
- abnormal ejaculation;
- swelling in your hands or feet;
- swelling or tenderness in your breasts;
- dizziness, weakness;
- feeling like you might pass out;
- headache;
- runny nose; or
- skin rash.
The sexual side effects of Profin may continue after you stop taking Profin. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about these side effects.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Profin dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia:
5 mg orally once a dayComments:
-Dosing is the same both in monotherapy and in combination therapy.
Usual Adult Dose for Androgenetic Alopecia:
1 mg orally once a dayFor the treatment of male pattern hair loss in men only. (Safety and efficacy have been demonstrated in men between 18 to 41 years of age with mild to moderate hair loss of the vertex and anterior mid scalp area):
Comments:
-Daily use for 3 months or more is necessary before benefit is observed. Continued use is recommended to sustain benefit.
-Withdrawal of treatment leads to reversal of effect within 12 months.
Use: For the treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men only. (Safety and efficacy have been demonstrated in men between 18 to 41 years of age with mild to moderate hair loss of the vertex and anterior mid scalp area).
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References
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- "Finasteride". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Finasteride". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0121... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Profin - Frequently asked Questions
Can Profin be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
What other drugs will affect Profin?
There may be other drugs that can interact with Profin. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
How should I take Profin?
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
Profin can be taken with or without food. Take the medicine at the same time each day.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harmful effects, your blood may need to be tested often. Your doctor will also test your prostate specific antigen (PSA) to check for prostate cancer. Visit your doctor regularly.
Use Profin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Who should not take Profin?
Profin should never be taken by a woman or a child. Profin can be absorbed through the skin, and women or children should not be permitted to handle Profin tablets.
To make sure you can safely take Profin, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
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liver disease, or abnormal liver enzyme tests;
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prostate cancer;
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a bladder muscle disorder;
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stricture of your urethra;
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if you are unable to urinate; or
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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a similar medicine called dutasteride.
Using Profin may increase your risk of developing prostate cancer. Your doctor will perform tests to make sure you do not have other conditions that would prevent you from safely using Profin.
Although Profin is not for use by women, this medication can cause birth defects if a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy. Profin tablets should not be handled by a woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant.
If a woman accidentally comes into contact with this medication from a broken or crushed tablet, wash the area with soap and water right away.
Can Profin be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Profin be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Profin, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Profin. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
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No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported frequency of use
How often should I take Profin?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Profin should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Profin May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
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| 101-200mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported time for results
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No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported age
| Patients | % | ||
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| 1-5 | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology