Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Proscar as follows:
- Proscar is significantly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, metabolism of Proscar could be slowed down. Slowing down of the drug metabolism can result in increased risk for compromised therapeutic benefits with the medication. Proscar should be administered cautiously in individuals with history of compromised liver function.
- Do not use this medication if you have history of allergy or serious side-effects to Proscar intake.
- Proscar intake can cause or exacerbate reduced sexual interest, erectile dysfunction, and trouble having orgasm. This side-effect of sexual dysfunction, secondary to Proscar intake, could be long lasting, even after discontinuation of the medication. So, Proscar is contraindicated or administered cautiously in individuals with personal history of compromised sexual performance.
