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Fincept 5 mg Tablet

Manufactured byLupin Ltd.
ContainsFinasteride
Description
Fincept 5 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Finasteride. It is used in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (enlargement of the prostate gland) and male-pattern baldness (loss of hair on the scalp in men). A higher dose of 2.5mg and 5mg is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia in men. The lower dose of 1mg is used in the treatment of hereditary hair loss in men, also called male-pattern baldness. Your doctor will determine the suitable dose and duration of treatment for each indication based on your clinical condition. Fincept 5 mg Tablet works by blocking the production of a chemical substance in the body that causes hair loss and enlargement of the prostate gland (a walnut-sized gland that surrounds the top portion of the tube that drains urine from the bladder). Fincept 5 mg Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, abnormal ejaculation, low sexual desire, depression, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you for a longer time or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Fincept 5 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Take this medicine at the same time every day for the ease of remembering and better results. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor. Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women and children. Inform your doctor if you have any other health problems or taking any other medications before starting the treatment.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Fincept 5 mg Tablet

Finast 5 mg Tablet
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Fincar 5 mg Tablet
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FINARA 5MG TABLET
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Fincept 5 mg Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Abnormal ejaculation
  • Testicular pain
  • Decreased sexual urge
  • Depression
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Enlargement of breasts

Uses of Fincept 5 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
  • Hair loss
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Fincept 5 mg Tablet to show its effect is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Fincept 5 mg Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Fincept 5 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid taking Fincept 5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in women.
General warnings

Liver disease

Fincept 5 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have a liver problem due to the increased risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function, if necessary, while you are taking this medicine.

Use in women

Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in women. Crushed or broken tablets should not be handled by women who are or may potentially be pregnant because of the possibility of absorption of this medicine and subsequent potential risk to the developing foetus.

Use in children

Fincept 5 mg Tablet is not intended for use in children.

Mood changes

Fincept 5 mg Tablet may cause mood changes, depression, and suicidal thoughts in some cases. Hence, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any change in mood or behaviour or develop thoughts of self-harm.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip any dose of Fincept 5 mg Tablet. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if the delay is more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose of Fincept 5 mg Tablet. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Itraconazole

Nelfinavir

Tacrolimus

Diltiazem

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Fincept 5 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, it may take at least six months before you see an improvement in your symptoms. For male pattern hair loss, it may take at least three months before your symptoms improve, as hair growth occurs slowly over time. Hence, do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, avoid handling crushed or broken Fincept 5 mg Tablet, as it may get absorbed into your body with subsequent potential risk to the developing foetus.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Fincept 5 mg Tablet works by blocking the production of a chemical substance in the body that causes hair loss and enlargement of the prostate gland
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

5-alpha-reductase inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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