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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:08 PM IST

About Finpecia Tablet 15's

Finpecia Tablet 15's belongs to a class of medicines called dermatological used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Androgenetic alopecia is the permanent hair loss from the scalp that causes baldness.

Finpecia Tablet 15's contains Finasteride (5-alpha-reductase inhibitor) that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha-reductase enzyme in the body that converts testosterone (male hormone) into dihydrotestosterone that causes hair loss. Thereby, it reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and slows down hair loss.

Take Finpecia Tablet 15's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Finpecia Tablet 15's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience low sexual desire, impotence (erectile dysfunction), abnormal ejaculation, or trouble having an orgasm. Most of these side effects of Finpecia Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Finpecia Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Finpecia Tablet 15's is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it is not for use in women. If you are planning to father a child, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect the sexual activity or male fertility. Avoid alcohol consumption with Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may decrease the effect of Finpecia Tablet 15's.

Uses of Finpecia Tablet 15's

Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)

Medicinal Benefits

Finpecia Tablet 15's contains Finasteride used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Finpecia Tablet 15's is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that blocks the action of the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme in the body that converts testosterone (male hormone) into dihydrotestosterone that causes hair loss. Thereby, it reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and slows down hair loss.

Directions for Use

Take Finpecia Tablet 15's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Finpecia Tablet 15's

  • Low sexual desire
  • Impotence (erectile dysfunction)
  • Abnormal ejaculation
  • Trouble having an orgasm

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Finpecia Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Finpecia Tablet 15's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it is not for use in women. If you are planning to father a child, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect sexual activity or male fertility. If you have prostate cancer, urination problems, stricture (abnormal narrowing due to scarring) of the urethra, bladder muscle disorder, or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's. Avoid alcohol consumption with Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may reduce the effectiveness of Finpecia Tablet 15's. If you experience any changes in mood or feel depressed, stop taking Finpecia Tablet 15's and consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid consumption of alcohol with Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may decrease the effectiveness of Finpecia Tablet 15's.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have prostate cancer, urination problems, stricture (abnormal narrowing due to scarring) of the urethra, bladder muscle disorder or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get your regular medical examinations done to keep a check on your hormonal profile (androgen) and nutritional deficiencies that cause hair fall.
  • It is advised to timely monitor your hormonal and vitamin D profiles, which can affect your hair loss.
  • Avoid overusing styling tools like blow dryers, curling rods and chemical dying, which can cause loss of natural hair oils and cause hair fall.
  • Regular oiling helps in the blood circulation of the scalp and nourishes the roots.
  • Wash your hair twice a week with a good shampoo and conditioner to reduce hair fall.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to control your stress.

Special Advise

  • Finpecia Tablet 15's is contraindicated in women and also children below 18 years of age.
  • If you are about to have any blood tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect test results of certain tests such as blood test to detect changes in prostate or development of prostate cancer.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Androgenetic alopecia: It is also known as male or female pattern baldness. In male-pattern baldness, hair loss occurs on the top and front of the head. On the other hand, in female pattern baldness, thinning occurs on the top and crown of the head. Male pattern baldness is usually genetic in nature or associated with androgens (male sex hormones).

About Finpecia Tablet 15's

Finpecia Tablet 15's belongs to a class of medicines called dermatological used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Androgenetic alopecia is the permanent hair loss from the scalp that causes baldness.

Finpecia Tablet 15's contains Finasteride (5-alpha-reductase inhibitor) that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha-reductase enzyme in the body that converts testosterone (male hormone) into dihydrotestosterone that causes hair loss. Thereby, it reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and slows down hair loss.

Take Finpecia Tablet 15's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Finpecia Tablet 15's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience low sexual desire, impotence (erectile dysfunction), abnormal ejaculation, or trouble having an orgasm. Most of these side effects of Finpecia Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Finpecia Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Finpecia Tablet 15's is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it is not for use in women. If you are planning to father a child, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect the sexual activity or male fertility. Avoid alcohol consumption with Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may decrease the effect of Finpecia Tablet 15's.

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Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Composition

FINASTERIDE-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Finpecia Tablet 15's

Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)

Medicinal Benefits

Finpecia Tablet 15's contains Finasteride used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Finpecia Tablet 15's is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that blocks the action of the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme in the body that converts testosterone (male hormone) into dihydrotestosterone that causes hair loss. Thereby, it reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and slows down hair loss.

Side Effects of Finpecia Tablet 15's

  • Low sexual desire
  • Impotence (erectile dysfunction)
  • Abnormal ejaculation
  • Trouble having an orgasm

Directions for Use

Take Finpecia Tablet 15's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Finpecia Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Finpecia Tablet 15's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it is not for use in women. If you are planning to father a child, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect sexual activity or male fertility. If you have prostate cancer, urination problems, stricture (abnormal narrowing due to scarring) of the urethra, bladder muscle disorder, or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Finpecia Tablet 15's. Avoid alcohol consumption with Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may reduce the effectiveness of Finpecia Tablet 15's. If you experience any changes in mood or feel depressed, stop taking Finpecia Tablet 15's and consult a doctor immediately.

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS DERMATOLOGICALS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get your regular medical examinations done to keep a check on your hormonal profile (androgen) and nutritional deficiencies that cause hair fall.
  • It is advised to timely monitor your hormonal and vitamin D profiles, which can affect your hair loss.
  • Avoid overusing styling tools like blow dryers, curling rods and chemical dying, which can cause loss of natural hair oils and cause hair fall.
  • Regular oiling helps in the blood circulation of the scalp and nourishes the roots.
  • Wash your hair twice a week with a good shampoo and conditioner to reduce hair fall.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to control your stress.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Finpecia Tablet 15's is contraindicated in women and also children below 18 years of age.
  • If you are about to have any blood tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Finpecia Tablet 15's as it may affect test results of certain tests such as blood test to detect changes in prostate or development of prostate cancer.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Androgenetic alopecia: It is also known as male or female pattern baldness. In male-pattern baldness, hair loss occurs on the top and front of the head. On the other hand, in female pattern baldness, thinning occurs on the top and crown of the head. Male pattern baldness is usually genetic in nature or associated with androgens (male sex hormones).

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