Proscar Information

• Proscar

Proscar is a medication that is commonly prescribed to treat an enlarged prostate. This page on the eMedTV site explains how Proscar works and offers more details on its effects, potential side effects, and dosing tips and precautions.

• Proscar Side Effects

This eMedTV segment contains a list of common Proscar side effects, including impotence, decreased libido, and abnormal ejaculation. Side effects that require immediate medical attention, such as signs of an allergic reaction, are also listed.

• Proscar and Weight Gain

In clinical trials, weight gain was not reported as a side effect of Proscar. This selection from the eMedTV archives discusses how clinical trials work and explains that there does not appear to be a link between Proscar and weight gain.

• Proscar Sexual Side Effects

This eMedTV page lists potential Proscar sexual side effects that may occur, such as impotence, decreased libido, and abnormal ejaculation. This page also discusses the likelihood of developing these sexual problems and offers treatment suggestions.

• Proscar and Depression

In clinical studies, depression was not shown to be a side effect of Proscar. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Proscar and depression, including information on how it is still possible for a person to have depression while taking this drug.

• Proscar and Hair Loss

This eMedTV page covers Proscar and hair loss, including information on why hair loss can be treated with Propecia but not Proscar. Both drugs have the same active ingredient, but the dosages are different -- therefore, the drugs have different uses.

• Proscar Uses

Proscar uses generally include the treatment of enlarged prostate. This section of the eMedTV library explains how Proscar works and discusses possible off-label uses of the medicine, such as treatment of excess facial hair in women.

• Proscar Dosage

The Proscar dosage for the treatment of an enlarged prostate is 5 mg once a day. This section of the eMedTV Web site further discusses Proscar dosing guidelines and offers tips and precautions for taking the medication.

• Proscar Drug Interactions

There are currently no known Proscar drug interactions. As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, no drug interactions with Proscar have been identified yet, but that does not mean that they do not exist.

• Proscar Warnings and Precautions

This eMedTV page lists several Proscar warnings and precautions: for example, your doctor should rule out prostate cancer before starting treatment with Proscar. This page also discusses who should not take Proscar and side effects to look out for.

• Propecia and Proscar

Propecia and Proscar contain the same active ingredient but are licensed to treat different conditions. This eMedTV resource describes each medication in more detail and discusses the different dosages and uses for the medicines.

• Proscar and Pregnancy

The combination of Proscar and pregnancy can be very dangerous. As this eMedTV Web page explains, taking Proscar or touching crushed Proscar tablets during pregnancy puts the fetus at risk of developing serious complications.

• Proscar Overdose

At this time, the full effects of a Proscar overdose are unknown because very few cases have been reported. This eMedTV article further discusses this topic and offers a list of possible treatment options that are currently available.

• Generic Proscar

Generic Proscar is available on the market as Finasteride 5 mg tablets. This section of the eMedTV Web site explains how Proscar works and offers a list of drug companies that currently manufacture generic Proscar products.

• Proscar Alternatives

Proscar alternatives generally include other medications, surgery, or watchful waiting. This page on the eMedTV site describes each alternative in more detail and explains when Proscar alternatives may be appropriate.