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This text is for informational purposes only. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before using any medication. 

Read the information leaflet that comes with the medication.

If after taking Proscar, a sudden allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) occurs, with symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, or throat making it difficult to breathe or swallow, or there is wheezing, hives, rash, blistering, or peeling of the skin, call a doctor or 911 right away, or go to an emergency room immediately.

Most people who use Proscar do not experience any adverse side effects. Doctors prescribe this medication because they assess the benefits of such treatment outweigh any likely unwanted effects.

Common side effects of Proscar include trouble getting an erection, reduced sexual desire, or ejaculation issues. 

Not all side effects are listed here. If these or other unlisted symptoms persist or worsen, consult a healthcare provider or pharmacist.

Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH): Common symptoms of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) include a frequent and urgent need to urinate, particularly at night, difficulty initiating urination, a weak or interrupted urine stream, dribbling after urination, and incomplete bladder emptying. A doctor will conduct a manual lower abdominal examination and rectal exam to check for abnormalities like an enlarged bladder and evaluate the size, shape, and texture of the prostate.

Male Pattern Baldness: Also known as androgenic alopecia, it is characterized by hair thinning above the temples, which progresses to a receding hairline. Hair loss at the crown of the head follows, resulting in a horseshoe-shaped pattern of hair loss. Classic male pattern baldness is typically diagnosed by assessing the appearance and distribution of hair loss.