F Pecia 1% Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called dermatological used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Androgenetic alopecia is the permanent hair loss from the scalp that causes baldness.
F Pecia 1% Tablet contains Finasteride (5-alpha-reductase inhibitor) that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha-reductase enzyme in the body that converts testosterone (male hormone) into dihydrotestosterone that causes hair loss. Thereby, it reduces dihydrotestosterone levels and slows down hair loss.
Take F Pecia 1% Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take F Pecia 1% Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience low sexual desire, impotence (erectile dysfunction), abnormal ejaculation, or trouble having an orgasm. Most of these side effects of F Pecia 1% Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to F Pecia 1% Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. F Pecia 1% Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking F Pecia 1% Tablet as it is not for use in women. If you are planning to father a child, inform your doctor before taking F Pecia 1% Tablet as it may affect the sexual activity or male fertility. Avoid alcohol consumption with F Pecia 1% Tablet as it may decrease the effect of F Pecia 1% Tablet.