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Does FINASTERIDE usually take a lengthy time to start working.


Posted by nightwatchman

After 17 days on finasteride to reduce prostate I'm experienceing great difficulty pass water and with smarting pain.  Nocturnal visits to toilet have risen to about 8 or 9, about  half a cup each time, instead of about 2 visits beforehand.  Is this usual please?
 
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It may take at least 6 months before your symptoms to improve. Continue to take finasteride. Do not stop taking finasteride without talking to your doctor.

Finasteride is suppose to improve symptoms of BPH such as frequent and difficult urination and may reduce the chance of acute urinary retention (suddenly being unable to pass urine).

I would call your doctor to tell him about your concerns. He may have to change the dosage.

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