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Healpecia 5 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Healpecia 5 Tablet is a product of Healing Pharma India Pvt Ltd

Composition: Finasteride (5mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Healpecia 5 Tablet

Description:

Healpecia 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to shrink the size of the enlarged prostate gland and relieves symptoms like difficulty in passing urine, urgent need to pass urine, and inability to hold the urine.

Healpecia 5 Tablet is to be taken by mouth with or without food. The dose and duration of the medicine should be taken as per prescription. An overdose of it may cause harm to your health. It is better to take the medicine at the same time each day and it must be swallowed as a whole. It may take some time for the medicine to act upon the symptoms, so it is important to take the medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually well tolerated. However, it may cause some mild sexual side effects such as ejaculation disorder, erectile dysfunction, and decreased libido. Some people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, rashes, and swelling of the lips or face. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor without delay.

Earlier starting the treatment, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking any medication for any health condition. This will ensure your safety.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Healpecia 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Healpecia

  • Decreased libido
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Ejaculation disorder

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Healpecia 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Healpecia 5 Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Healpecia 5 Tablet is not indicated in women.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Healpecia 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Healpecia 5 Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving
SAFE
Healpecia 5 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Healpecia 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Healpecia 5 Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Does Healpecia 5 Tablet reduce prostate gland’s size? If yes, how does it work?

Affirmative, Healpecia 5 Tablet 5 mg decreases the size of the prostate gland in patients of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a condition in males wherein there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Healpecia 5 Tablet blocks the enzyme responsible for the production of dihydrotestosterone and lowers the level of dihydrotestosterone, which is responsible for increased size of prostate.

How long does Healpecia 5 Tablet take to treat BPH?

You might be able to notice an improvement in your symptoms within a short time. However, it may take 6 months to see the full benefits of using Healpecia 5 Tablet.

Is Healpecia 5 Tablet safe for BPH?

Affirmative, Healpecia 5 Tablet is safe if taken according to the doctor’s advice. The side effects are usually mild to moderate, and it is very rare to experience serious side effects with Healpecia 5 Tablet.

Does Healpecia 5 Tablet lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels?

Affirmative, Healpecia 5 Tablet can lower PSA levels. Lowered PSA levels can make it hard to detect prostate cancer. However, Healpecia 5 Tablet does not affect the free to total PSA ratio. The ratio can be used as an aid to detect prostate cancer.

Are the side effects of Healpecia 5 Tablet permanent?

No, the side effects like decreased sexual desire and inability to develop or maintain erection usually disappear after Healpecia 5 Tablet is stopped. Also, the side effects disappear if you keep taking Healpecia 5 Tablet for a long time. Consult your doctor if the side effects worry you.

Can Healpecia 5 Tablet cause infertility?

No, infertility has not been reported in patients. But, using Healpecia 5 Tablet may sometimes cause decreased sexual desire, inability to develop or maintain an erection and decreased amount of semen. Consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.

For how long does Healpecia 5 Tablet stay in your system?

Healpecia 5 Tablet stays for about 3-4 days in your body, but this can vary from individual to individual.

Does Healpecia 5 Tablet affect pregnancy?

This medicine is strictly prohibited for women. Pregnant women should not take Healpecia 5 Tablet due to its effect on the fetus.

At what time of the day should I take Healpecia 5 Tablet?

You can take Healpecia 5 Tablet any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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