Proscar

— THERAPEUTIC DISORDERS TREATED —
  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia/urinary retention

Proscar Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Finasteride 5mg; tabs.

Pharmacological Class

Type II 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor.

How Supplied

Tabs—30, 100

Manufacturer

Generic Availability

YES

Proscar Indications

Indications

BPH, to improve symptoms and reduce risks of acute urinary retention and need for prostate surgery. To reduce risk of symptomatic progression of BPH, with doxazosin.

Limitations of Use

Not for the prevention of prostate cancer.

Proscar Dosage and Administration

Adult

5mg once daily. Reevaluate at 6 months, then periodically.

Children

Not applicable.

Proscar Contraindications

Contraindications

Pregnancy.

Proscar Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Proscar Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Not for use in children or females. Pregnant females and those of childbearing potential should avoid handling crushed or broken tabs. Increased risk of high-grade prostate cancer. Monitor prostate specific antigen (PSA) values; double PSA levels for comparison with normal ranges. Rule out prostate cancer and other urological disorders prior to treatment. Monitor for obstructive uropathy. Hepatic impairment.

Proscar Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Proscar Interactions

Proscar Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Impotence, decreased libido or ejaculate volume, breast enlargement/tenderness, rash.

Proscar Clinical Trials

See Literature

Proscar Note

Not Applicable

Proscar Patient Counseling

See Literature

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