Propecia
Propecia
Propecia is an FDA-approved treatment for male pattern hair loss.
Propecia is the only FDA-approved pill to treat hair loss on the
top and front of the scalp (not receding hairline at the
temples). Most men who use Propecia either improve or maintain
their hair.
How Propecia Works?
Propecia is taken once daily with or without food. It may take
three to 12 months before results are noticeable. For best
results, Propecia should be continued even after hair loss is
halted. If you stop taking Propecia, the results will gradually
go away.
Advantage of Propecia
Propecia offers the convenience of a once-a-day pill and has
given millions of men new hope for an end to hair loss. It helps
users keep the hair they have and potentially regrow some of the
hair they've lost. In FDA-reviewed trials, two out of three men
taking Propecia actually regrew new hair and 9 out of ten
stopped their hair loss.
How to Take Propecia
Propecia is taken once daily with or without food. It may take
three to 12 months before results are noticeable. For best
results, Propecia should be continued even after hair loss is
halted. If you stop taking Propecia, the results will gradually
go away.
Propecia Side Effects
Propecia is generally well tolerated but side effects include
impotence, decreased libido, and decreased volume of ejaculate.
See a doctor if you experience lip swelling or a skin rash.
Propecia Precautions
Propecia is not to be used by women or children. Before taking
Propecia, it is important that the doctor has your complete
medical history. Tell your doctor if you have liver impairment,
prostate cancer, kidney disease or obstructive uropathy. If a
Propecia overdose is suspected, contact local poison control.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription
medications you take, especially if you take male hormones, saw
palmetto, or theophylline.