Finasteride
Hair Loss
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Finasteride
Hair Loss
Medication features
Finasteride tablets are a medicine used to treat male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia). When taken once a day, it allows the hair follicles to grow to their regular size. What's more, Finasteride 1mg tablets stimulate hair growth or, in the worst-case scenario, they stop further hair loss. It's suitable for adult males over the age of 18 and contains the active ingredient finasteride.
- Finasteride 1mg is for male pattern baldness
- Simple one-a-day dose
- Generic version of Propecia
- Can be used with Regaine
Overview
NOTE: After selecting this product, you will need to complete a short assessment, so we can make sure this medication is suitable for you. Pricing is provided as a reference only. The final decision on issuing this medication remains with our Prescriber / Pharmacist.
Finasteride 1mg tablets, sold under the brand name Propecia, is an alpha-reductase inhibitor, which works to reduce the production of testosterone. Testosterone acts to shrink hair follicles; however, Finasteride blocks this action, reducing hair loss.
FAQ
Do Finasteride 1mg tablets work on male pattern hair loss in older men too?
Finasteride 1mg tablets work in men of any age and are indicated for use in men over the age of 18. It has, however, shown to be the most effective in treating younger men with male pattern hair loss.
Is Finasteride 1mg a permanent hair loss treatment?
For people that have taken Finasteride 1mg daily for male pattern hair loss, it has shown to be effective and works for 15 years or more and typically works for the full duration of the course of treatment. There is a possibility that the effectiveness of Finasteride 1mg may lose some of its effectiveness over time.
Does Finasteride 1mg cause infertility when taken for male pattern baldness?
The majority of men taking Finasteride tablets for male pattern baldness do not experience any problems when trying to conceive.
Can I stop taking Finasteride 1mg?
If you stop taking Finasteride tablets, it will not lead to further hair loss. However, you will not receive the benefits you had while you were taking the medication. This may result in you experiencing an initial shedding of hair.
Side Effects
There is always a risk of side effects with all medications and Finasteride 1mg is no exception. Some of these can be quite mild and can subside over time. Others are more serious and should be reported to your GP right away if you experience any side effects. Please contact a member of our team if you are concerned about any potential side effects that may occur when taking Finasteride 1mg.
Common side effects of Finasteride 1mg and other hair loss treatments may include:
- Headache
- Growth of breast tissue
- Sexual dysfunction
- Skin reactions
- Swelling in hands and feet
- Loss of interest in sexual activity
Some men experience depression when taking hair loss treatments such as Finasteride 1mg for hair loss. If this is the case, you should stop taking Finasteride immediately and inform a member of the team or your GP should you develop any signs and symptoms of depression or suicidal thoughts.
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Info Leaflet
Before taking any medicines such as Finasteride 1mg, regardless of whether they are over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential always to read the patient information leaflet.
Patient Information Leaflet
