R 172 Pill — GREEN OVAL, 9mm — Finasteride

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Imprint	R / 172
Colour	GREEN
Shape	OVAL
Size	9
Strength	FINASTERIDE 5 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	REMEDYREPACK INC.
NDC	52125-403
Schedule	—
Availability	—
Ingredients	FINASTERIDE[FINASTERIDE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "R 172" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.

Active ingredient

Finasteride

Uses and warnings

Key warnings include: - PROSCAR reduces PSA levels by approximately 50%, though any confirmed PSA increase while taking it may signal prostate cancer and warrants evaluation - Men aged 55+ taking finasteride showed increased high-grade prostate cancer risk (1.8% vs 1.1% placebo) - Pregnant females or those potentially pregnant must not handle crushed/broken tablets due to risk of abnormal male fetal genitalia development - Not indicated for pediatric patients or females - Physicians should evaluate other urological conditions before initiating treatment

PROSCAR is indicated for treating symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostates to "improve symptoms," "reduce the risk of acute urinary retention," and "reduce the risk of the need for surgery including transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and prostatectomy." When combined with doxazosin, it reduces symptomatic BPH progression risk. The drug is not approved for prostate cancer prevention.

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "R 172".
• Confirm the colour (GREEN) and shape (OVAL).
• Compare the size (9) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

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