Overview
Finasteride (5 mg) is used for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptom management in eligible adults. Your clinician reviews urinary symptoms, goals, and safety—including sexual side effects and PSA monitoring.
How our telehealth process works
- Book: Use our scheduling form or call +1 (800) 555‑1234.
- Intake: Share symptoms, timeline, goals, allergies, and current medicines.
- Video visit: Meet a Southwestern Medical Center doctor to confirm if treatment is appropriate.
- Clinical decision: If appropriate, your clinician issues an e‑prescription to our online pharmacy or your preferred local pharmacy.
- Fulfillment: Complete secure checkout and receive tracked delivery.
Why patients choose SWMC
- Evidence‑based care and clear eligibility criteria.
- Prescriptions only when medically indicated.
- Transparent safety checks and follow‑up options.
- Ship to home or route to a local pharmacy on request.
When clinicians consider Finasteride (Proscar)
- BPH symptom relief, often as part of a broader plan that may include alpha‑blockers.
- Reduction of prostate size over time for select patients.
- Long‑term therapy considerations with periodic re‑evaluation.
Combination strategies
Your clinician may discuss adding an alpha‑blocker for faster symptom relief.
Follow‑up metrics
We track urinary symptom scores, nocturia frequency, and quality‑of‑life indicators.
Safety & interactions
- Discuss potential sexual side effects and mood changes; dosing is long‑term in many cases.
- PSA levels can be reduced by finasteride; clinicians account for this in screening.
- Report breast changes or lumps promptly for evaluation.
Use medicines exactly as directed. Never share prescription medication.
FAQ
Can I get Finasteride (Proscar) without a visit?
No. You must complete a telehealth evaluation. Prescriptions are issued only when clinically appropriate.
Can you send my prescription to a local pharmacy?
Yes—tell your clinician your preferred pharmacy.
How fast is delivery?
Most approved orders ship with tracking and typically arrive in 2–5 business days.
Government / NIH sources
Next steps
Online Consultation Get e‑Prescription Visit Online Pharmacy See Finasteride (Propecia) Visit Online Pharmacy