Propecia

FUTURE MEDICATION.PROPECIA TO TREAT YOUR HAIR-LOSS

Currently, scientists are working hard towards making hair loss a thing of the past. In fact, scientists are in the research stages of a new gene therapy. This type of therapy would alter an individual’s genetic vulnerability to hair loss. This would mean that people predisposed to male pattern baldness or hair loss could stop the problem before it even occurred. However, this type of treatment is decades away from being implemented as an approved treatment for hair loss.

It is believed that, in the near future, drug treatments that inhibit the process of balding are much more realistic and promising. One of the drugs of the future was Propecia, which has been approved by the FDA to be taken orally by men. Propecia has not been approved for women or adolescents at this time.

Propecia is considered to be the most effective treatment available today for stopping the occurrence of further hair loss and re-growing hair. In addition to Propecia, another hair loss treatment of the future, not yet approved by the FDA, is Dutasteride. This is a hair loss treatment that inhibits the production of DHT, one of the main causes of hair loss. Ninety percent of DHT levels have been reduced in just two weeks. This treatment is very similar to already approved Propecia.

Only time will reveal what scientists come up with next. Scientists are working around the clock to stop male pattern baldness. For now, we have Propecia, which is highly effective for the vast majority of men. However, the future holds many promising developments that could end male pattern baldness from occurring.

Whenever a new treatment is released onto the market, there are always rumors about potential side effects. Propecia, an effective oral medicine that treats hair loss, has not been an exception. There have been recent reports that depression is one of the side effects of Propecia. However, this is not true.

In clinical trials, there has been no evidence that links depression as a common or even a rare side effect that could occur while taking Propecia. A clinical trial is a type of study that is designed to better understand if a new medication, like Propecia works and what the possible side effects could be. Depression has not been listed in these studies as a side effect of Propecia.

When a medication like Propecia is approved and a broader group starts to take the medication, then more side effects can arise. This is because more is exposed about the nuances of the medication as it is taken by millions of people for a long period of time. This is the time when more side effects are reported and the rumor mill swirls with false beliefs.

However, it has not been proven at this time that Propecia is linked with depression. Before you start to take Propecia, make sure to talk with your physician. Bring up any concerns that you may have and put the rumor mill to rest. Sometimes new side effects are reported. Make sure to ask your doctor, during the course of your treatment, about any new findings. Propecia is a safe prescription medication that is effective at treating hair loss in men.
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Pharmacology:
Propecia Finasteride is a competitive and specific inhibitor of Type II 5 alpha-reductase, an intracellular enzyme that converts the androgen testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Two distinct isozymes of 5 alpha-reductase are found in mice, rats, monkeys, and humans: Type I and II. Each of these isozymes is differentially expressed in tissues and developmental stages. In humans, Type I 5 alpha-reductase is predominant in the sebaceous glands of most regions of skin, including scalp and liver. Type I 5 alpha-reductase is responsible for approximately one-third of circulating DHT. The Type II 5 alpha-reductase isozyme is primarily found in prostate, seminal vesicles, epididymides and hair follicles as well as liver, and is responsible for two-thirds of circulating DHT.

Does PROPECIA really work?

Based on vertex studies at 24 months of men 18 to 41 with mild to moderate hair loss, the clinical results of PROPECIA are impressive:

83% maintained their hair based on hair count (vs. 28% with placebo), 66% had visible regrowth as rated by independent dermatologists (vs. 7% with placebo), 80% were rated as improved by clinical doctors (vs. 47% with placebo), and most men reported an increase in the amount of hair, a decrease in hair loss, and improvement in appearance.

Only a doctor can determine if PROPECIA is right for you. PROPECIA is for men only. Further, women who are or may potentially be pregnant must not use PROPECIA and should not handle crushed or broken tablets because it may cause abnormalities of a male baby’s sex organs. PROPECIA tablets are coated and will prevent contact with the active ingredient during normal handling.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Propecia?

* Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may not be able to take Propecia, or you may need a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment.
* Propecia is intended for use by men only.
* Propecia is not indicated for use by women.

What side effects do users of Propecia report?
98% of men taking Propecia had no side effects. Clinical tests show PROPECIA is very well tolerated. A small number of men (1.8%) experience some sexual side effects. 1.3% reported erectile dysfunction.

Although not listed as a “known” side effect, some users have reported small blackheads on forehead and increased skin oil across face. Two report suffering from acne 6 months after stopping their Propecia intake. One reported that acne was still present after 3 years. This is probably not a big problem but still a potential risk.

What should I avoid while taking Propecia?

There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities during treatment with Propecia unless your doctor directs otherwise.
What other drugs will affect Propecia?

There are no known interactions between Propecia and other medications. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.