cgfin 5mg tablet
What is cgfin 5mg tablet used for?
Aga Tablet (Finasteride) is used to treat UROLOGY. It contains Finasteride (5mg), which Inhibits 5ฮฑ-reductase, blocking conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestostero. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Finasteride
- Manufacturer: CMG Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cgfin 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia).
Off-label uses: Hirsutism in women (off-label), prostate cancer prevention (controversial).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Finasteride |
| Brand Name | Aga Tablet |
| Manufacturer | CMG Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | UROLOGY |
| Action Class | 5 alpha- reductase inhibitor (5ARI) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits 5ฮฑ-reductase, blocking conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cgfin 5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cgfin 5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Decreased libido
- Erectile dysfunction
- Ejaculation disorder
- Gynecomastia
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Depression
- Suicidal ideation
- Breast cancer (rare)
- Prostate cancer (high-grade)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Allergic reactions
- Lip swelling
- Testicular pain
- Hepatic injury
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Major | Increased finasteride levels |
| Rifampin | Major | Decreased finasteride levels |
| Tamsulosin | Moderate | Additive effect on urinary symptoms |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Potential increased INR |
| Grapefruit juice | Minor | Slight increase in finasteride levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, ritonavir)
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Alpha-blockers (e.g., tamsulosin)
- Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin)
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Grapefruit juice
- St. John's wort
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Pregnancy, women of childbearing potential, hypersensitivity to finasteride, children.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
PSA levels, liver function tests, symptom improvement.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
No specific antidote; supportive care.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.