Finasteride 1mg Tablets

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You can order Finasteride online in the UK from our registered pharmacy. Complete the online medical assessment to be reviewed by one of our prescribers. If approved, your medication will be dispensed by our pharmacy team for next day delivery to your address. 

About Finasteride

Finasteride is a drug used in the treatment of androgenic alopecia, which is more commonly known as male pattern baldness. This is a condition that affects around half of men by the time they reach the age of 50, however, it often begins much earlier than this. The drug acts as an inhibitor, preventing the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that can have a damaging effect on hair follicles.

Finasteride Summary Information

The information provided in the summary table is for reference only. It is important to consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any hair loss treatment, including Finasteride.

How effective is Finasteride?

Research shows that the treatment can lead to a 47% improvement of anagen hair within 48 weeks. This is hair that is in its growth phase. Users can see benefits as quickly as three months after starting treatment, and it is effective in 90% of men with mild to moderate male pattern baldness.

When compared with topical treatments, Finasteride showed regrowth of dense hair in 80% of its users compared to 52%, and although it is unlikely it could restore hair after long-term baldness, it can certainly thicken up hair which has begun to thin.

Taking this medication could help you to get your confidence back and regain your youthful looks.

How long does Finasteride take to work?

The drug begins to work from the moment you metabolise the first pill, and as it accumulates in your system, you should begin to see the results from around 12 weeks onwards. As the hair follicles begin to once again move into a growth phase, you should start to notice more obvious changes occurring at around 6 to 9 months, and if you take Finasteride every day without fail, you should see the final results at around 12 months.

Propecia vs Finasteride

Propecia is the branded version of Finasteride as the unbranded version of the drug. Both of these medicines contain the same ingredients. Medically, they are the same thing. Their efficacy, look, and half-life are the same. One is not better than the other by any means. However, their fundamental difference is that they have different inactive ingredients. This refers to the particles that bind the tablets together. Note that this has no impact on the efficacy of the drugs.

In essence, there is no difference in the effectiveness between Propecia and Finasteride tablets. Therefore, your general practitioner may prescribe you one or the other – depending on a few factors.

How does Finasteride work?

Naturally, hair grows in hair follicles for about three years. Then, this newly grown hair falls out, which creates space for new hair growth from the follicle. As men continue to age, they are affected by male pattern hair loss. This refers to the condition where the hair follicles progressively get smaller. Due to this decrease in size, if there is new hair growth, then it is very brittle and thin. As a result, the new hair tends to fall out quicker and does not grow enough to reach the scalp's surface.  

These changes occur due to male hormones. The male hormone testosterone converts into another hormone known as dihydrotestosterone (DHT) by the hair follicles. As time passes, hair follicles tend to become more susceptible to dihydrotestosterone, which causes the hair follicles to shrink in size. 

The medicine, Finasteride 1mg, works by blocking the conversion process of testosterone to DHT. This prevents the shrinking of hair follicles, which results in hair regrowth as well as improved hair thickness in most cases.

Alternative hair loss treatment to Finasteride

There are various alternatives to Finasteride – medicinal and home remedies. However, Regaine Extra Strength (minoxidil 5%) is a popular alternative. It comes in the form of foam and lotion. Regaine Extra Strength must be applied to the scalp twice daily; otherwise, it may not be as effective as marketed.  

You can use Regaine and Finasteride 1mg simultaneously for better results.

Patient Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.