Prescription tablet taken once daily
Prescription tablet taken once daily
FINASTERIDE is used to treat common hereditary hair loss in men aged 18-65 (otherwise known as male pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia). Finasteride lowers the levels of DHT in the scalp, a major cause of male pattern hair loss. With continued use, Finasteride can help to reverse the balding process and prevent further hair loss.
Finasteride is sold under different trade names around the world including Propecia ®.
Do not take this medicine if:
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop using the medicine and seek medical advice immediately if you experience any of the following:
Although uncommon, in clinical trials 3.8% of patients noticed some sort of sexual side effects, compared to 2.1% of patients who were taking the placebo. These side effects included less desire to have sex, difficulties with erectile function and decreases in the volume of semen released during sex. The side effects are usually temporary and disappear when the treatment is stopped.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns.