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Finflow 5mg Capsule

Manufacturer :  Swati Spentose Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Finasteride
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Finflow 5mg Capsule

Early data indicate that Finflow 5mg Capsule is useful in the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH); and also in male pattern baldness. Results of therapy may take several months. Take as directed, with fluids, 30 minutes before or 2 hours after meals.

Finflow 5mg Capsule, a type of steroid reductase inhibitor, treats urinary problems in patients having an enlarged prostate gland. It also lowers the risk of needing surgery to treat this condition. It works by reducing the amount of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) hormone in the body. This makes the prostate gland smaller, which relieves urinary problems.

Avoid use this medicine entirely if you have allergies or if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a blockage in the urinary tract, problems of the bladder, prostate cancer, a bladder infection, severe trouble urinating, a history of increased serum prostate-specific antigen levels or liver problems.

This medicine may have side effects that include decreased sexual desire or ability, severe allergic reactions, breast enlargement, depression, lumps, pain, or tenderness, nipple discharge and testicular pain. You may experience decreased libido or impotence during therapy. Report any increase in urinary volume or voiding patterns occurs.

It is administered orally, with or without food, usually once a day, or as prescribed by your doctor. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. It may take 6-12 months to notice a significant change in the condition.

Read more about: Urinary Tract Problems

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Finflow 5mg Capsule

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Finflow 5mg Capsule ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Finflow 5mg Capsule ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Finflow 5mg Capsule

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Finflow 5mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Finflow 5mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Finflow 5mg Capsule ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Finflow 5mg Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is used for treating benign enlarged prostate and hair loss in the scalp of men. The active constituent of this medication belongs to the class of 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that acts as an antiandrogen thereby lowering the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in certain body parts like hair follicles and prostate gland.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Uro before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Finflow 5mg Capsule ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Disease

        A minimum of 6 months of treatment may be necessary to determine whether an individual will respond to Finflow 5mg Capsule. Use with caution in those patients with liver function abnormalities. Carefully monitor patients with a large residual urinary volume or severely diminished urinary flow for obstructive uropathy. These patients may not be candidates for Finflow 5mg Capsule therapy.
      • Interaction with Food

        Administration with food may delay the rate and reduce the extent of oral absorption.

      FAQs about Finflow 5mg Capsule

      • Ques : What is this Finflow 5mg Capsule used for?

        Ans : Finflow 5mg Capsule is used to increase hair growth and prevent hair loss in men.

      • Ques : What is the work action of this Finflow 5mg Capsule?

        Ans : It works by reducing the amount of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) hormone in the body. This makes the prostate gland smaller, which relieves urinary problems.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of this Finflow 5mg Capsule?

        Ans : This medicine may have side effects that include decreased sexual desire or ability, severe allergic reactions, breast enlargement, depression, lumps, pain, or tenderness, nipple discharge and testicular pain.

      • Ques : How long does Finflow 5mg Capsule take to show effect?

        Ans : It takes about 3 months or more to get the result.

      • Ques : Is Finflow 5mg Capsule safe for usage in pregnant women?

        Ans : No,it’s not safe for pregnant women or those trying to conceive must not take this medication.

      • Ques : How is this Finflow 5mg Capsule medication administered?

        Ans : This medication is administered orally.

      References

      • Finasteride-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/finasteride

      • Finasteride-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01216

      • FINASTERIDE tablet, solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=FINASTERIDE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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