For what purpose is Propecia prescribed?

Additional Propecia FAQs

• Q: What is Propecia?
  A: Propecia is a drug that helps control male pattern baldness, balding on the top of the head.  Propecia (Finasteride) inhibits type II 5-alpha reductase, the … More
• Q: Who manufacturers Propecia?
  A: Propecia is the brand name for Finasteride, and is manufactured by Merck & Co., Inc. More
• Q: What are the known Propecia side effects?
  A: Reported side effects of Propecia include: rash, itching, hives, and swelling of the lips and face; problems with ejaculation; breast tenderness and enlargement; and … More
• Q: Has there been a Propecia recall?
  A: No, as of July 2011, there has not been a Propecia recall.   More
• Q: What is the recommended daily Propecia dose?
  A: Merck, Propecia's manufacturer, recommends taking one Propecia pill a day. Each pill is 1 milligram.   More
• Q: Can Propecia cause Prostate Cancer?
  A: A recent study showed an increased risk of prostate cancer in people who took 5 milligrams of Finasteride – the active drug in Propecia – daily, however, … More
• Q: What study showed a link between Propecia and Prostate Cancer?
  A: The Medical Therapy of Prostatic Symptoms study, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health showed an increased risk of prostate cancer in people who took 5 … More
• Q: Can I sue if after taking Propecia I developed Prostate cancer?
  A: Under a theory of product liability, Merck had a duty to warn consumers of known dangers or harmful side-effects that may result after taking a drug. In this case, … More
• Q: What are my legal options if I developed Prostate Cancer after taking Propecia?
  A: Drug manufactures have a duty to disclose known dangers or harmful side-effects of drugs, however, only an experienced attorney can fully explain your legal rights. … More
• Q: What is a black box warning?
  A: A black box warning, also referred to as a boxed warning, is the most urgent warning mandated by the FDA.  It is used to alert consumers of the adverse risks … More