Proscar is prescribed to help shrink an enlarged prostate.
The prostate, a chestnut-shaped gland present in males, produces a liquid that forms part of the semen. This gland completely encloses the upper part of the urethra, the tube through which urine flows out of the bladder. Many men over age 50 suffer from a benign (noncancerous) enlargement of the prostate. The enlarged gland squeezes the urethra, obstructing the normal flow of urine. Resulting problems may include difficulty in starting urination, weak flow of urine, and the need to urinate urgently or frequently. Sometimes surgical removal of the prostate is necessary.
By shrinking the enlarged prostate, Proscar may alleviate the various associated urinary problems, making surgery unnecessary.
Some doctors are also prescribing Proscar for baldness and as a preventive measure against prostate cancer.
Most important fact about Proscar
Different men have different responses to Proscar:
· You may experience early relief from your urinary problems.
· You may need to take the drug for 6 months or even a year before noticing any improvement.
· Or you may find that, even after a year of treatment, Proscar simply has not helped you.
Why should Proscar not be prescribed?
Proscar should never be taken by a woman or a child.
Do not take Proscar if you are sensitive to it or have ever had an allergic reaction to it.
