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Recur is used to treat male pattern hair loss, also called androgenic alopecia, and it is meant for men only.
Pharmacology
Finasteride is a competitive inhibitor of steroid Type II 5α reductase, an enzyme found inside cells that converts the androgen testosterone into 5α dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It is specific for the Type II enzyme. Finasteride has no affinity for the androgen receptor, so it has no androgenic or antiandrogenic effects.
When Type II 5α reductase is blocked, testosterone can't be converted to DHT, and DHT concentrations in the blood and in tissue fall significantly. In men with male pattern hair loss, the balding scalp has miniaturised hair follicles and more DHT than the hairy scalp does. Giving finasteride lowers the DHT concentrations in the scalp and in the blood in these men.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
The recommended dose of Finasteride is 1 mg once a day. You can take it with or without meals. In general, you need to use it daily for three months or more before any benefit shows. Continued use is recommended to keep that benefit, because if treatment is stopped, the effect reverses within 12 months.
Side Effects
Recur is well tolerated. In clinical studies, some side effects were reported as possibly related to the medicine in more than 1% of patients who took Recur 1 mg daily for 12 months. These were decreased libido (1.8%), erectile dysfunction (1.3%), ejaculation disorder (1.2%) and decreased volume of ejaculate (0.8%).
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take care when giving Recur to patients with liver function abnormalities, because Recur is metabolised extensively in the liver. Women who are pregnant, or who may become pregnant, should not handle crushed or broken Recur tablets.
Contraindications
Don't use finasteride if you are allergic to it or to any other component of the medicine. It is also contraindicated in women and in children.
Storage
Store Finasteride below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Common questions about Recur 1 mg
What is Recur 1 mg Tablet?
Recur 1 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Finasteride [For Androgenic Alopecia]. It is made by Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Miscellaneous topical agents group of medicines.
What is Recur used for?
Recur is used to treat male pattern hair loss, also called androgenic alopecia, and it is meant for men only.
What are the side effects of Recur?
Recur is well tolerated. In clinical studies, some side effects were reported as possibly related to the medicine in more than 1% of patients who took Recur 1 mg daily for 12 months.
How should I store Recur?
Store Finasteride below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Recur is already among the lowest-priced brands of Finasteride [For Androgenic Alopecia] at this strength.
Do I need a prescription for Recur?
Recur is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.