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Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Proscar  Proscar has 13 Side Effects total
6 are Life Threatening
1 Occur Most Frequently
Uses of Proscar |
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| | Proscar is also known by the generic name Finasteride
USES:
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery.
Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination.
This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate.
Women and children should not use this medication.
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Proscar has 6 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects |
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| | Critical Seriousness - Allergic Reaction caused by a Drug - Hypersensitivity Drug Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar Critical Seriousness - Breast Cancer in a Male Patient - Breast Carcinoma in Males is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar Critical Seriousness - Enlarged Breasts in Males - Gynecomastia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Proscar |
Proscar has 1 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects |
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| | Inability to have an Erection - Erectile Dysfunction is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Proscar |
Proscar Drug-Drug Interactions |
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| | Proscar has interactions of severe seriousness with 0 drug(s):
Proscar has interactions of serious seriousness with 0 drug(s).
Proscar has interactions of moderate seriousness with 0 drug(s).
Proscar has interactions of unknown seriousness with 0 drug(s).
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Proscar has 3 Condition Contraindications |
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| | If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Proscar.
Proscar Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)
Absolute Contraindications 
Lactating Mother - A Mother who is Producing Milk and Breastfeeding is a contraindication of Proscar.
Pregnancy is a contraindication of Proscar.
Contraindication Warnings
Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Proscar. |
Proscar has 5 related brands and strengths: |
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| | Finasteride 1 Mg Tab
Finasteride 5 Mg Tab
Propecia 1 Mg Tab
Propecia Pro-Pak 1 Mg Tab
Proscar 5 Mg Tab
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Proscar - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
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