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.
As this eMedTV article explains, some of the most common Propecia side effects include decreased libido, impotence, and decreased ejaculate. This article also lists side effects that should be reported to your healthcare provider immediately.
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.
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.
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.
In studies of people taking Propecia, acne was not reported as either a common or rare side effect. This eMedTV Web page discusses acne and Propecia, and also describes the clinical trials used to document possible Propecia side effects.
Propecia uses generally include the treatment of male pattern baldness. As this section of the eMedTV Web site explains, Propecia is effective in treating hair loss at the very top of the head and near the front and center of the head.
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.
This eMedTV page lists several Propecia precautions and warnings, including a list of medical conditions that you should report to your doctor before starting the medicine. This page also discusses who should avoid taking this drug.
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.
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.
As this eMedTV resource explains, generic Propecia is currently licensed for sale and should be available in pharmacies soon. It will be sold under the name finasteride and will be used to treat male pattern baldness, as with the brand-name version.
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.
As this eMedTV resource explains, Propecia has been shown to work in men for male pattern baldness with hair loss on the front and center of the head. However, it has not been shown to work in women or for hair loss near the temples.
