Finasteride Warnings (Generic)


What may interact with Finasteride?

-Saw palmetto or other dietary supplements

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Finasteride

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Liver disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to finasteride, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Finasteride?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. It may be some time before you see the benefit from this medication.
You may need blood work while taking this medication. For example, your care team may have you take a blood test called PSA for the screening of prostate cancer. Make sure your care team knows you are taking this medication before you take a PSA test.
Talk to your care team about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancer if you take this medication.
Do not donate blood while you are taking this medication. Donated blood may contain enough of this medication to cause birth defects in someone who is pregnant. Ask your care team when it is safe to donate blood after you stop taking this medication.
This medication can cause serious birth defects. If you are pregnant or may get pregnant, do not handle broken or crushed tablets of this medication. If you are pregnant and come into contact with broken or crushed tablets, contact your care team. Exposure to whole tablets is not expected to cause harm as long as they are not swallowed.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.