Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking Proscar as follows: Proscar is mainly metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine by the kidneys, as inactive metabolites. 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. Observe [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking Proscar as follows: Take Proscar dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Patients can sometimes present with nausea and vomiting, secondary to Proscar intake on empty stomach. Taking the Proscar dose with some food or snack can counter these unpleasant gastrointestinal side-effects. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Proscar as follows: General allergic reactions: Proscar use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of angioneurotic edema, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Breast tissue changes: Conversion [...]

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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Proscar as follows: Do not crush or chew the tablet. Take the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do not change the dose on this [...]