Finasteride (Propecia) is a prescription drug treatment for hair loss.
Finasteride is an inhibitor of the enzyme ( Finasteride a ai) that causes an increase in hair growth. The drug stops the growth of hair follicles, which become� and stop the hair loss process.
It is used by men who are taking Minoxidil (Co. Min.) or Propecia
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This medicine may cause burning, redness, irritation, swelling, swelling of the scalp, itchyness, or swelling. This medicine may cause pain in the back and arms and pain when moving your eyes. Also this medicine may cause feelings of anxiety or irritability.
This medicine is not recommended for hair loss treatment. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you’re allergic to Propecia or if you have any other allergies.
This medicine may cause an allergic reaction. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
Finasteride (Propecia) is only effective for hair loss treatment in men. It may not work for everyone. However, men who are interested in taking this drug may find it very helpful for thinning hair.
Swallow Finasteride tablets whole with a drink of water. You can take Finasteride tablets with or without food. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Finasteride (Propecia) may cause side effects. The most common side effects are:
Contact your doctor immediately if these or other side effects occur. You may experience hair loss that does not respond to Finasteride (Propecia). This may be because of a problem with your prostate (glasnning)
Other side effects may be less likely to occur. If you experience any side effects that are not bothersome, stop taking this drug and call your doctor immediately.
Propecia (Finasteride) is a prescription drug treatment for hair loss.
Propecia is not approved for use in women.
Finasteride (Propecia) is not prescribed to children.
Some of the side effects of Finasteride (Propecia) may include:
If you experience any of the side effects, stop taking this drug and call your doctor immediately.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the dose you missed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
No. You should not take this drug for hair loss. It may not be effective for you.
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Propecia tablets are manufactured by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and are available for purchase only. These tablets contain the active ingredient finasteride 1 mg and are available in a pack of 30 tablets of either a 5 mg, 10 mg or 20 mg strength. Propecia is a prescription medication used to treat male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in men. The tablets must be used by men who have been affected by male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia) for at least one year and who have a mean hair loss of at least 5 percent or more of their head. Propecia tablets contain the active ingredient finasteride and should not be used by men who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Propecia tablets are intended for use by men only and should not be used by women or children. It belongs to a class of drugs called 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. It works by blocking the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is a hormone that causes hair follicles to shrink and eventually stop producing hairs. Propecia tablets contain the active ingredient finasteride 1 mg and should not be used by men who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Propecia tablets are available in the following strengths: 5 mg, 10 mg or 20 mg. For more information, please refer to the pack of 30 tablets (Propecia).
Last updated 18 January 2022
The UK patent forPropecia, a hair loss treatment for men, expired on the 11th Oct 2014. A few days later ‘generic Propecia’ or more accurately ‘generic finasteride’ became available from UK pharmacies. A generic medicine is a medicine which is the same as a branded original, but is prescribed and supplied by its medical name, rather than its brand name.
Propecia is a brand name. The active ingredient of Propecia tablets isfinasteride 1mg. Propecia tablets and finasteride 1mg tablets are medically the same.
Dr Fox supplies both from the drug companyMerck(MSD), which held the original patent, and lower cost, which other drug companies have made available since Merck’s UK patent expired.
When a medicine comes off patent price can fall dramatically. Men, who previously paid very high prices for Propecia, may be able to buy medically identical finasteride 1mg at lower prices.
When a medicine is under patent it can only be sold legally by the patent holder. This means the patent holder, which is normally the drug company which paid to develop the medicine in the first place, is free to market the medicine without competition from other pharmaceutical companies. The result is usually very high prices. When a patent expires other drug companies usually start to produce the same medicine, known as a generic copy, and start to compete on price. As a result the cost to patients tends to fall.
The cost to patients of a medicine depends on various factors; how much it costs to produce, how much demand there is, how many drug companies supply the same medicine, and how flexible the market is. Even when the wholesale supply price of a medicine falls, the price patients pay does not always fall by the same amount. Retail pharmacies may try not to pass on reduced supply costs to patients, and instead use falling wholesale prices to boost profits. If there is price competition between retailers, as there tends to be between online pharmacies and online clinics, price to patients usually fall in line with falls in wholesale supply costs, but not always.
Dr Fox is one of the lowest cost suppliers of most medicines for both branded and generic medicines.
At the moment (10 Dec 2014) only three pharmaceutical companies, apart from Merck, are supplying finasteride 1mg tablets. These companies areTrent,Actavis, andMylanAt the time of writing, all are offering their generic equivalent of Propecia at the same price; about 10% less than branded Propecia. Prices will hopefully tumble further in the days and weeks to come (as happened when last year).UPDATE JANUARY 2022Generic finasteride is now less than 30% of the price of Propecia from Dr Fox.
The original patent holder, Merck (MSD) may reduce the price of Propecia, or start to market its own generic finasteride 1mg alongside branded Propecia.
Not all men who previously took Propecia will switch to generic finasteride 1mg, even if the price of Propecia remains high and generic finasteride is a lot cheaper. If a patient is happy with a particular brand of tablet, they often will not switch to a lower cost equivalent, even if they are reliably advised that one tablet is medically the same as the other. Whether or not they switch depends on how much they wish to economise, and all the other factors which keep people buying certain products at high prices when they do not have to.
Finasteride 1mg tablets are taken daily to reduce hair loss in men, and can promote hair regrowth. See Dr Fox for details.
Cheap Propecia may be on its way which would be welcome news to the many men suffering distress as a result of male pattern hair loss.
A prescription forA man takes a Propecia tablet daily to help promote hair regrowth.Propecia is a prescription drug. The information in this leaflet islegislativeand contains the information in aninformation leaflet).
Propecia (finasteride) is a medication that is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and male pattern hair loss. Propecia works by shrinkage of the prostate gland, thereby alleviating urinary symptoms associated with BPH, such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, and weak urine flow. Propecia is manufactured by Merck & Co., Inc., and is available in 5mg and 10mg tablets.
Propecia comes in tablet form and is taken orally. It is important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding dosage and duration of treatment. It is also important to take Propecia at the same time each day to prevent any potential side effects. Propecia is not recommended for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as it can harm a fetus.
Common side effects of Propecia include:
Serious side effects that may require medical attention include:
Store the medicine at room temperature, protect it from light, and keep it out of the reach of children. Keep it out of the reach of pets and children. Do not flush it down the toilet or use a commercial service to flush down the planet. Ask your pharmacist about the best way to dispose of your prescription drug in your household.
Propecia can interact with other medications and substances, causing serious side effects. Some of the medications that may interact with Propecia include:
These drugs can affect how Propecia works, and they should only be taken under the supervision of a healthcare provider. If you have any questions about how Propecia is processed by your body, ask your pharmacist.
You should not take Propecia if you are allergic to finasteride, or if you have any of the following conditions:
Before starting Propecia, it is important to inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems or any other medical problems. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment for you based on your medical history and how your body metabolizes Propecia.
Pronunciation:fi-pe-a-pe-ideBrand names:PropeciaDrug uses:
Medically reviewed by. Last updated on Jan 31, 2025.
Propecia is an FDA-approved medication for male pattern baldness. It is used to treat male pattern baldness, but it may also be used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlarged prostate, or an enlargement of the prostate gland in men. Propecia is also used to treat male pattern hair loss and prostate cancer in men.
Propecia has been shown to be effective for treating male pattern hair loss in both men and women. Women who are or may become pregnant with a male pattern hair loss child should not handle crushed or broken tablets of Propecia tablets because the tablets can cause birth defects in male fetuses. Propecia is not approved for use by women who are or may become pregnant. Propecia is not approved for use by men who are or may become pregnant or by women who are breastfeeding. Women should not handle crushed or broken Propecia tablets because they can cause birth defects in male fetuses.
Finasteride is not recommended for use in women who are or may become pregnant. Do not use Finasteride if you:
are allergic to any ingredient in Finasteride, or any of its ingredients
are a woman of childbearing age
are pregnant or may become pregnant
are breastfeeding or may become pregnant
If you have been told by your doctor that you have a condition that may be adversely affected by Finasteride, your doctor may recommend that you stop taking this medication and contact your doctor right away.
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