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Propecia is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat male pattern baldness. This page on the eMedTV site further describes Propecia and its effects, dosing information, and potential side effects to look out for.
Some side effects are associated with Propecia, but depression does not appear to be one of them. This eMedTV page explains how common depression is in society today and discusses what to do if possible symptoms occur with the use of Propecia.
As this eMedTV segment explains, pregnant women should not use Propecia. This article explains how the FDA's pregnancy category system works and discusses the dangers of using this medication during pregnancy.
This eMedTV Web page explains that in clinical trials, weight gain was not reported as a side effect of Propecia. This article covers Propecia and weight gain, including tips on what to do if you happen to gain weight while taking this drug.
The Propecia dosage for male pattern baldness is 1 mg once daily. This article from the eMedTV Web site offers tips and precautions for those taking the medicine, including when and how to take it to ensure a safe, effective treatment process.
When different medicines are taken together with Propecia, drug interactions generally do not occur. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, there may be certain drug interactions with Propecia that are not yet known.
As this eMedTV page explains, Propecia is not FDA-approved for use in women because it hasn't proven to be beneficial to women; it can also be dangerous to pregnant women. This article also looks at some of the off-label uses of Propecia for women.
The full effects of a Propecia overdose are not known because very few cases have been reported. This eMedTV article lists possible symptoms and talks about the importance of seeking medical attention if you believe you have taken too much Propecia.
Impotence, decreased libido, or decreased ejaculate amount may occur when taking Propecia. This eMedTV segment further describes these possible Propecia sexual side effects and offers suggestions for dealing with these problems.
