Proscar 5mg

Description

Proscar Finasterid 5mg

SKU 2113
Strength 5mg
Generic Name Finasterid
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 Proscar 5mg

Proscar 5mg is a prescription medication for relieving the symptoms of BPH and for reducing the risk of developing acute urinary retention (a complete inability to pass urine) which may require surgery.

Proscar 5mg and its symptoms

Proscar 5mg is specially formulated for men. It is useful in treating a medical condition in men called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Its regular intake reduces the size of man’s m prostate gland. This action will result in gradual improvement the flow of urine and other symptoms associated with the health condition. It is extremely effective in reducing the risk of developing acute urinary retention and the need for surgery.

BPH is a medical condition in men where the prostate gland near the gallbladder has become bigger making it more difficult for you to pass urine. This condition will cause the following symptoms:

  • Feeling of not emptying the bladder completely
  • Weak or interrupted stream of urine
  • Passing urine very often, especially at night
  • Feeling of immediately passing the urine
  • Delay before you pass the urine

A majority of men with BPH do not have symptoms or their symptoms can be managed with lifestyle changes. About half of the population suffering from BPH will have symptoms that need medical attention and treatment that may involve taking one or more pharmaceutical drugs. The percentage of male requiring BPH treatment increases with age. One in four men of age 50 can develop symptoms that are troublesome and require immediate medical help. One out of three men in 60 years of age may experience symptoms that may cause trouble enough to get medical attention or immediate treatment. About one in two men in their late 70s or above the age of 70 can expect to have BPH symptoms that need immediate medical treatment. The data information suggests that around millions of male are using medications or other treatment options to ease the symptoms. It is advisable to see a physician if any man bothered by problems when urinating. A majority of male population hesitate to talk about problems associated with urination with their physicians. However, it is necessary to get these issues evaluated as early as possible in order to prevent any complications.  Whether a patient is aware of them or not. Some men don’t any symptoms of BPH and they get to know about their enlarged prostate after a routine check-up by their physician.

Mode of action of Proscar 5mg

Proscar has the active ingredient finasteride, which falls into the category of drugs known as 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors. The drugs that come under this category exerts its mode of action in a different way than the alpha blockers. These drugs are helpful in relieving symptoms but can take as long as 6 to 12 months before they work. According to clinical studies, 5 alpha reductase inhibitors are more likely to be effective in treating severely enlarged prostates in men.

Benefits of Proscar

5 alpha-reductase inhibitor like Proscar is sometimes prescribed initially, before giving a medication that belongs to the class of alpha-blocker. However, this happens quite rare. The medication is commonly prescribed if an alpha-blocker agent has failed to relieve the symptoms or a second medication to increase the effectiveness of an alpha-blocker medication to get enough relief. This is a combination treatment which you may get if you are suffering from BPH. One of the potential benefits of using Proscar is that it decreases the risk of developing prostate cancer. However, it is not confirmed whether the medication actually increases the risk of cancers that are not easy to treat. The controversy is still there and has not been completely resolved. This is an issue you must discuss with your healthcare provider to make the best-informed decision you can.

Side Effects proscar 5 mg

You and your healthcare specialist’s choice of BPH medication may be based on its side-effects profile than effectiveness. Like other medication, Proscar may also cause side effects that trouble you in any way. The side effects of the medication include a difficulty achieving and keeping an erection and a reduced sex drive. These unwanted effects can be bothersome for many patients. However, very few patients who developed any sexual difficulties are found them to be severe enough to stop the treatment. 

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