Finacet 5 mg Tablet

Finacet 5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains finasteride 5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to a class of drugs called 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is used mainly to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called an enlarged prostate. By helping shrink the prostate over time, Finacet 5 mg Tablet can ease urinary symptoms linked to BPH and may help lower the risk of certain complications. It is a tablet for oral use and should be taken only when prescribed for this exact 5 mg strength.

How it works: Finacet 5 mg Tablet blocks an enzyme that changes testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that helps the prostate enlarge. Lowering DHT can slowly reduce prostate size and improve urine flow.

Finacet 5 mg Tablet is the higher-strength sibling of Finacet 1 mg Tablet and is typically chosen for men being treated for prostate enlargement rather than hair loss. This 5 mg strength is not a starter dose for everyone; it is meant for patients whose doctor has decided that the prostate-related 5 mg regimen is appropriate. Because it works gradually, it may not feel effective right away, and the benefit usually builds with regular use.

• Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Helps improve urinary hesitancy and weak stream
• May reduce frequent or nighttime urination from enlarged prostate
• May lower the chance of BPH-related urinary retention or surgery

• Swallow the Finacet 5 mg Tablet whole with water.
• Take it at the same time each day if your doctor prescribes daily use.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet unless your prescriber or pharmacist tells you it is appropriate.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken tablets.

Each Finacet 5 mg Tablet provides 5 mg of finasteride per tablet. For BPH, it is commonly taken once daily, but your doctor decides the exact schedule and whether this strength is right for you; the usual maximum is 5 mg per day unless your prescriber specifically instructs otherwise. Do not change the dose or stop taking Finacet 5 mg Tablet without medical advice.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Finasteride may include:

• Decreased sex drive
• Erectile dysfunction
• Reduced semen volume
• Difficulty with ejaculation
• Breast tenderness or enlargement
• Dizziness or feeling weak

• Finacet 5 mg Tablet is a higher-strength prescription tablet and should be used only when a clinician has evaluated you for BPH.
• This medicine is not for women or children; it can harm an unborn male baby if a pregnant person is exposed to broken tablets.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, prostate cancer, or unexplained urinary problems before starting treatment.
• Finasteride can lower PSA test results, so your doctor may need to interpret prostate tests differently while you take Finacet 5 mg Tablet.
• If you notice breast changes, blood in urine, pain when urinating, or worsening urinary symptoms, contact your clinician promptly.
• Avoid donating blood while taking this medicine and for some time after stopping it, according to your prescriber’s advice.
• Use caution with alcohol if it worsens dizziness or weakness, especially when you first start treatment.

• Other finasteride-containing products or 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
• Certain prostate medicines used together with finasteride may need doctor supervision
• Aspirin or blood thinners if you develop bleeding-related concerns or need prostate procedures
• Medicines that affect liver function may change how your doctor monitors treatment

Store Finacet 5 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip or box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.