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Finasteride 1mg Tablets - 6 Month Supply

 
Finasteride 1mg is an effective treatment for male pattern baldness and is the generic version of the popular brand Propecia.
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  • 6 Month Supply
  • Accord Brand
  • Once Daily Tablets
  • Suitable from 18yrs

What is Finasteride?

Finasteride is a medication used in the treatment of male pattern baldness. You may have heard of the brand ‘Propecia’, this contains the drug finasteride; also known as a ‘generic’. 

As Propecia and finasteride (generic) contain the same active ingredient (finasteride 1mg), there is no clinical difference between the two. 

How does finasteride work?

Hair loss, or male pattern baldness is a hereditary condition that is very common. The condition is thus named as it follows a pattern, usually occurring from the top and front of the scalp. 

The most common cause is hereditary, that is, it is a genetic condition. It may also be caused by alopecia areata which causes hair to fall out in an irregular pattern.
In both cases, the underlying factor of hair loss is due to sensitivity of the hair follicles to the hormone Testosterone. As this is primarily the male sex hormone, found in larger concentrations in men, hair loss presents more often in men.

When hair follicles convert testosterone into another hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the follicles weaken, shrink and eventually die. This is essentially what prevents hair regrowth.

The treatment available to prevent hair loss is Finasteride. This is available as a 1mg tablet that must be taken once every day. This treatment is not available on the NHS and must be purchased privately. It is important to note that finasteride must be taken as soon as possible after you start experiencing male pattern baldness. This is because it is more effective to keep existing hair rather than trying to grow it back.

Finasteride works by blocking the conversion of testosterone into DHT, which causes the hair follicles to shrink and weaken. In doing so, it ensures integrity of the follicle and thus reduced hair loss. Treatment is usually required for 6 months minimum and can be continued long-term.

Does Finasteride Work?

Individual results will vary from person to person, however, studies have shown that 90% of men taking finasteride for 5 years will either have more or the same amount of hair as at the start of treatment. This is in comparison to only a quarter of men who did not take finasteride having more or the same amount of hair after the same time period. 
It typically takes at least two months before you see any noticeable results from taking finasteride with hair regrowth continuing for up to two years after starting treatment. 

How to Take

The recommended dose of Finasteride to treat male pattern baldness is one tablet daily. 

You can take finasteride with or without food. 

Typically you ought to see some results after approximately 2 months of continuous use. 

It is important to continue treatment for the most benefit. 

Finasteride is not to be taken by women, children, adolescents or men trying to conceive. 


Side effects & Cautions

All medicines have the potential to cause unwanted side effects, not everyone will experience them. 

The most common side effects for Finasteride include:
  • Reduced libido / sex drive
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Low mood
Side effects can diminish the longer you take a medication. Where side effects are persistent, debilitating, non-resolving or particularly bothersome you should stop taking the medication and consult a healthcare professional such as your GP or a pharmacist. 

Stop taking this medicine and talk to your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency department if you have any of the following symptoms: 
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat
• difficulty swallowing 
• skin rash, itching, lumps under your skin (hives) 
• breathing difficulties

If you notice any of the following, talk to your doctor straight away: 
• lumps, pain, enlargement of the breast (chest) tissue or nipple discharge. 
These may be signs of a serious condition, such as breast cancer. 

You can contact one of our experienced pharmacists using the number above for free, simple, personal advice. 

For a complete list of side effects please consult the patient information leaflet included with your order.

If you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to get in touch with us and one of our experienced pharmacists will be happy to help. 

Cautions & Warnings

Cautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Finasteride: if you are planning to have a baby (father a child), as this medicine may affect male fertility or sexual activity. 


 During treatment 
This medicine may affect the results of a blood test used to detect changes in the prostate, including the development of prostate cancer. 

If you are due to have a blood test, remind your doctor, nurse or hospital staff that you are taking this medicine. 

Finasteride has also been reported to increase the risk of changes in the chest (breasts) of men taking this medicine. 

You should promptly report to your doctor any changes in your breast tissue such as lumps, pain, enlargement of the breast tissue or nipple discharge as these may be signs of a serious condition, such as breast cancer. 

Mood alterations and depression 
Mood alterations such as depressed mood, depression and, less frequently, suicidal thoughts have been reported in patients treated with finasteride. 
If you experience any of these symptoms stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor for further medical advice as soon as possible. 

Children and adolescents Do not give this medicine to children and adolescents aged less than 18 years 

Other medicines and Finasteride 
Finasteride does not usually interfere with other medicines. But tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines including those obtained without a prescription. 

Pregnancy 
Finasteride is only intended for men. If taken by a woman during pregnancy, it can affect the normal development of a male baby’s sex organs. 

Crushed or broken tablets should not be handled by a pregnant woman because of the risk of finasteride being absorbed in the body. 

Finasteride has also been found in the semen of men taking finasteride. If your sexual partner is pregnant or thinks she may be pregnant, you must use a condom to avoid exposing her to your semen, which may contain finasteride. If you have any questions, ask your doctor.