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Finasteride

Finasteride 1 mg is a prescription medicine used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). It works by reducing levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the...
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About Finasteride

Finasteride 1 mg is a prescription medicine used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). It works by reducing levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the hormone that causes genetically susceptible hair follicles to shrink. By lowering DHT, Finasteride can slow further hair loss and...
  • Take one 1 mg tablet once daily. 
  • Take it at the same time each day. 
  • Can be taken with or without food. 
  • Swallow the tablet whole with water. 
  • If you miss a dose, take your next tablet at the usual time. Do not take a double dose. 
  • Continue treatment every day to maintain results. 

Common 

  • Reduced libido 
  • Difficulty getting or maintaining an erection 
  • Reduced semen volume 

Less Common 

  • Breast tenderness or enlargement 
  • Low mood 
  • Skin rash 

Seek Urgent Medical Advice 

  • Breast lumps or nipple discharge 
  • Signs of a serious allergic reaction 
  • Persistent mood changes or suicidal thoughts 
It lowers DHT levels to help protect hair follicles from further shrinkage.
Most men need at least 3–6 months before seeing noticeable improvement.
Some people notice temporary shedding before improvement. This is usually short-lived.
Yes. They work differently and are commonly used together following professional advice.
Any benefits are gradually lost and hair loss usually resumes over several months.
Finasteride 1 mg for hair loss is not generally prescribed for women, particularly during pregnancy.
Some men notice changes in semen volume. If you have fertility concerns, discuss them with your prescriber.
Alcohol does not directly interact with Finasteride.
Ongoing treatment is usually needed to maintain results.
Yes. Your prescriber can advise whether Finasteride is suitable alongside or instead of topical treatment.
Yes, when supplied by a registered UK pharmacy following a clinical assessment.
Skip the missed tablet and continue with your normal schedule.
Finasteride

What's in the box?

1 × Finasteride (1mg / 28)

Patient Information Leaflet

£19.99


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