Proscar Finasteride 5mg

DRML shows us Proscar (finasteride 5mg) Proscar is a pill taken by mouth that is a fairly new and effective treatment for male baldness. An increase in scalp hair count and hair regrowth was seen in over 80% of men for whom it was prescribed. Numerous studies have been done looking at the efficacy of finasteride. Overall improvements were seen as quickly as 3 months after starting the medicine. finasteride not only led to a decrease in hair loss but also significantly increased the rate of hair regrowth. These effects were maintained for over 2 years with continued finasteride therapy. Proscar should be stored at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. This drug is taken by mouth. 1mg per day.Proscar is the brand name for finasteride, which acts to inhibit the conversion of the androgen (male hormone) testosterone into 5-alpha-dihydrotesterone (DHT). In men each hair follicle contains tiny amounts of DHT. As male pattern baldness begins the amount of DHT contained in each follicle increases. finasteride through its inhibitory action serves to reverse this process by decreasing the amount of DHT in the hair follicle and in blood. Side Effects: finasteride side effects are primarily sexual, and relatively uncommon–they strike one or two men in a hundred. If any side effects develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor …