£17.99
Finasteride 1mg tablets
1 x 28 tablets | £17.99
2 x 28 tablets | £33.98
3 x 28 tablets | £47.97
6 x 28 tablets | £89.99
12 x 28 tablets | £174.00
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| Medication Name | Finasteride 1mg |
| Medication Form | Film-coated tablet |
| Used for | Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) |
| Active Ingredients | Finasteride |
| Strength | 1mg |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Finasteride 1mg Patient Information Leaflet |
Finasteride 1 mg tablets are a clinically proven treatment for male hair loss, specifically targeting androgenetic alopecia. This prescription medication is ideal for men experiencing mild to moderate hair loss, helping to slow down hair thinning and promote new hair growth.
Men who take Finasteride 1mg daily will see improvements in hair growth and hair retention. Finasteride blocks the hormone DHT, which causes hair follicles to shrink, leading to thinning and hair loss. By reducing DHT levels, Finasteride helps prevent further hair loss and promotes the growth of new hair, especially in areas like the crown and receding hairlines.
Finasteride is effective for men with male pattern hair loss.
It is not suitable for everyone, and you should not use this medication if you:
The recommended dose for treating male pattern baldness is one 1mg tablet taken once a day, with or without food. You need to keep taking this medication regularly, as stopping it may cause hair loss to return within 9 to 12 months.
Like all medications, Finasteride may cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them:
If you experience severe side effects such as allergic reactions (e.g. swelling of the lips, face, or throat), stop taking Finasteride and call NHS 111 or go to A&E immediately. For other concerning symptoms, such as chest tenderness or lumps, stop taking the medication and contact your GP.
For a full list of side effects of taking finasteride, visit the patient information leaflet.
If you notice any side effects, inform your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed here. You can also report side effects directly through the Yellow Card Scheme. Reporting helps to improve the understanding of this medication’s safety.
Active Ingredient: Finasteride
Inactive Ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, cellulose microcrystalline, sodium starch glycolate, pregelatinized starch, and more.
“If you are suffering from male pattern hair loss, Finasteride is an excellent option for you. It will reduce the hormone responsible for hair thinning, preserving your hair and improving its growth. It can really make a difference, helping you to feel more confident about your hair.”
It may take 3 to 6 months of using Finasteride daily to see results. You need to keep taking it to maintain the benefits.
If you are wondering if finasteride really works to prevent hair loss, a two-year study found that Finasteride improved hair growth in 66% of men, and 83% experienced no further hair loss.
No, Finasteride is not suitable for women, particularly if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it can harm an unborn baby.
If you stop taking Finasteride, hair loss will return, and you are likely to lose any hair that has regrown within 9 to 12 months.
No, Finasteride only targets hair loss on the scalp and does not affect body hair.
There are no known interactions between Finasteride and alcohol.
Some men taking Finasteride have reported reduced semen quality, which may affect fertility. However, semen quality typically improves after stopping the medication.
Finasteride is not available as an NHS prescription for hair loss. If you have male pattern baldness, you’ll need to get it through a private prescription. Following an online consultation, you can buy finasteride tablets online from our Hair Loss Treatment clinic.
Finasteride is the generic version of this medication, whereas Propecia is the brand name. Both contain the same active ingredient and are equally effective in promoting hair regrowth and preventing hair thinning.
Yes, you can take Finasteride 1mg after a hair transplant. In fact, many doctors recommend continuing or starting Finasteride 1 mg post-transplant to help prevent further hair loss and protect the remaining hair follicles.
Finasteride may help the overall effect of the transplant by maintaining hair growth in non-transplanted areas and reducing future hair thinning. Always consult your doctor before starting or resuming any medication after surgery.
No, Finasteride is specifically designed to treat male-pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia), which is caused by the hormone DHT. It does not slow down hair loss or improve hair counts caused by alopecia areata, scarring alopecia, or medical conditions or treatments. If you’re experiencing hair loss, it’s important to consult with your pharmacist or GP to work out the cause and explore treatment options.
Finasteride can also be used to treat an enlarged prostate, but this will be prescribed as 5mg tablets.
