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Finasteride

Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor used for prostate enlargement or male-pattern hair loss. Listed uses include Androgenetic Alopecia.

Propecia

Androgenetic Alopecia

1 · 5mg

Finasteride 1mg and 5mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of androgenetic alopecia. A specific inhibitor of type II 5-alpha reductase.

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Finpecia

Androgenetic Alopecia

1mg

Finpecia is finasteride 1mg film-coated tablets for androgenetic alopecia, the hair-loss strength. It blocks conversion of testosterone to DHT.

From$0.67/ tabletView

Key points

  • Uses and formulations are not interchangeable.
  • It can affect sexual function, fertility and PSA interpretation.
  • Breast changes or severe mood symptoms needs prompt review.

Select a listed product and pack to order online. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it suits you and what monitoring it needs.

Important safety checks

Pregnancy handling precautions, prostate assessment, PSA, fertility and mood symptoms require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for suicidal intent, facial swelling, breathing difficulty or a painful breast lump with discharge.

Further reading

What is finasteride used for?

Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor used for prostate enlargement or male-pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia.

How does finasteride work?

Finasteride blocks type II 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that turns testosterone into the more potent 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone, or DHT. Lowering DHT can slow further hair loss.

What finasteride products does SGMeds list?

Products containing finasteride on SGMeds include Propecia and Finpecia. Compare their forms, strengths and pack sizes.

How long does finasteride take to work?

Finasteride can take 3 to 6 months before its full effect shows. You need to keep taking it for it to work.

What are the side effects of finasteride?

Common side effects include decreased libido, erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory disorder. Breast tenderness and rash can also occur. Serious effects include depression and male breast cancer, so see a doctor promptly about low mood or any breast change.

Who should not take finasteride?

It is not suitable if you are allergic to finasteride. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take it, and should take care when handling the tablets.

How much does finasteride cost in Singapore?

Each product on this page shows a price for each strength and pack size in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.

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Can I order finasteride without a prescription?

Yes. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order finasteride: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.

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Where can I buy finasteride in Singapore?

You can order finasteride here on SGMeds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. We deliver to Singapore and Malaysia. Express shipping is tracked and takes up to 1 week, and Regular shipping takes up to 3 weeks.

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