What is Finasteride?
It is the only licensed oral medication available in the UK for male pattern baldness. The branded name of this medication is Propecia. Men with mild to moderate hair loss, but not complete hair loss, can benefit. It is a highly effective treatment to help you counter a receding hairline.
How does Finasteride work?
These tablets increase hair growth on the scalp and prevent further hair loss in men as it contains the active ingredient finasteride. This medication specifically inhibits the enzyme 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, which converts testosterone into the more potent metabolite dihydrotestosterone. This treatment helps reverse the balding process and leads to increased hair growth and prevention of further hair loss by lowering the levels of dihydrotestosterone in the scalp.
How effective is Finasteride?
In a five-year study it was found to have a positive effect in 9 out of 10 men suffering from male pattern baldness, with 48% of men showing hair growth and 42% showing no further hair loss. A dose of Finasteride (Propecia) does not affect hair on other parts of the body other than the scalp.
How do I take Finasteride?
Once you buy Finasteride 1mg tablets from our online pharmacy they should be taken once a day for at least 3-6 months before any benefit is seen. This medication should be taken regularly as its effects may be reversed 6-12 months after discontinuation of treatment for hair regrowth. You can take this medication with or without food.
