Finasteride 5mg

Finasteride 5 mg – Product Description

Overview:
Finasteride is a prescription medication primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. The 5 mg dosage is most commonly marketed under brand names such as Proscar and is designed to reduce prostate enlargement and improve urinary flow.

Key Features:

• Active Ingredient: Finasteride
• Strength: 5 mg tablet
• Form: Oral tablet
• Drug Class: 5-alpha reductase inhibitor
• Primary Use: Treatment of enlarged prostate (BPH)

Mechanism of Action:

Finasteride works by blocking the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Lowering DHT levels helps:

• Shrink enlarged prostate tissue
• Improve urinary symptoms (flow, frequency, urgency)
• Reduce risk of urinary retention in BPH patients

Medical Uses:

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men
• Sometimes used at lower doses (1 mg) for male pattern hair loss (different indication and dosage form)

Potential Benefits (for BPH):

• Improved urine flow
• Reduced nighttime urination
• Decreased prostate size over time
• Lower risk of surgery related to prostate enlargement

Possible Side Effects:

• Reduced libido
• Erectile dysfunction
• Decreased semen volume
• Breast tenderness or enlargement (rare)
• Mood changes (in some cases reported)

Important Warnings:

• Not for use in women or children
• Pregnant women must avoid handling crushed or broken tablets (risk to male fetus development)
• May take 3–6 months to show full benefit
• Side effects may persist in rare cases after discontinuation

Legal Status:

Finasteride is a prescription-only medication in most countries and should be used under medical supervision.

Important Note:

This information is for educational purposes only. Finasteride is an effective but clinically regulated medication, and its use should always be guided by a qualified healthcare professional.