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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.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

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.

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