Propecia is a medication used to treat male pattern baldness. It works by blocking the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to hair loss. DHT is responsible for shrinking hair follicles and encouraging hair loss. By blocking its production, Propecia reduces the amount of DHT in the scalp and potentially leads to hair loss. This medication is available in two formulations:
TabletsEach formulation contains 10 mg of Propecia and is available in tablets. The active ingredient in each formulation is identical in strength and dosage. Each tablet has an easy-to-open package containing the same active ingredient and the recommended dosage. You can use the same prescription for Propecia in both tablets and oral solution.
DosageThe recommended dosage is one tablet per day, with a maximum of 5 mg per day. Your doctor can also adjust the dosage based on your individual needs and tolerance levels.
Propecia is used to treat male pattern baldness, androgenetic alopecia, and an enlarged prostate. It is also used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and enlarged prostate. The medication is taken by mouth once or twice a day, usually once a day. It is important to take Propecia exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is not recommended to take more than one tablet per day, which can cause side effects such as headaches, stomach upset, and changes in sex drive. If you take more than one Propecia tablet per day, your doctor may increase the dosage to cover the potential side effects. It is also not recommended to take Propecia for more than two years without consulting a doctor.
Propecia is available in both oral and tablet forms. The oral tablet should be swallowed with a glass of water, and the tablet should be chewed and broken before swallowing. The tablet may be taken with or without food. It is best to take the tablet once or twice a day, as it takes effect within 30 minutes to 1 hour after taking the tablet. The medication should be taken at the same time each day. Consuming the medication within 24 hours without consulting your doctor can help reduce the risk of side effects.
It works by blocking the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to shrinking hair follicles. DHT is responsible for shrinking hair follicles, causing hair loss.
You can take the tablet once a day and the oral solution once a day. The medication should be swallowed with a glass of water. The tablet should be chewed and broken before swallowing.
Propecia is a medication used to treat male pattern baldness, androgenetic alopecia, and an enlarged prostate. The medication is taken by mouth once a day, and the dose is determined by your doctor. It is important to take the medication on an empty stomach, and the medication should be taken at the same time each day.
It works by blocking the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to shrinking hair follicles and encouraging hair loss. DHT is responsible for shrinking hair follicles, increasing hair thinning, and encouraging hair growth. The medication is available in two formulations:
Last updated 18 January 2022
The UK patent forPropecia, a hair loss treatment for men, expired on the 11th Oct 2014. A few days later ‘generic Propecia’ or more accurately ‘generic finasteride’ became available from UK pharmacies. A generic medicine is a medicine which is the same as a branded original, but is prescribed and supplied by its medical name, rather than its brand name.
Propecia is a brand name. The active ingredient of Propecia tablets isfinasteride 1mg. Propecia tablets and finasteride 1mg tablets are medically the same.
Dr Fox supplies both from the drug companyMerck(MSD), which held the original patent, and lower cost, which other drug companies have made available since Merck’s UK patent expired.
When a medicine comes off patent price can fall dramatically. Men, who previously paid very high prices for Propecia, may be able to buy medically identical finasteride 1mg at lower prices.
When a medicine is under patent it can only be sold legally by the patent holder. This means the patent holder, which is normally the drug company which paid to develop the medicine in the first place, is free to market the medicine without competition from other pharmaceutical companies. The result is usually very high prices. When a patent expires other drug companies usually start to produce the same medicine, known as a generic copy, and start to compete on price. As a result the cost to patients tends to fall.
The cost to patients of a medicine depends on various factors; how much it costs to produce, how much demand there is, how many drug companies supply the same medicine, and how flexible the market is. Even when the wholesale supply price of a medicine falls, the price patients pay does not always fall by the same amount. Retail pharmacies may try not to pass on reduced supply costs to patients, and instead use falling wholesale prices to boost profits. If there is price competition between retailers, as there tends to be between online pharmacies and online clinics, price to patients usually fall in line with falls in wholesale supply costs, but not always.
Dr Fox is one of the lowest cost suppliers of most medicines for both branded and generic medicines.
At the moment (10 Dec 2014) only three pharmaceutical companies, apart from Merck, are supplying finasteride 1mg tablets. These companies areTrent,Actavis, andMylanAt the time of writing, all are offering their generic equivalent of Propecia at the same price; about 10% less than branded Propecia. Prices will hopefully tumble further in the days and weeks to come (as happened when last year).UPDATE JANUARY 2022Generic finasteride is now less than 30% of the price of Propecia from Dr Fox.
The original patent holder, Merck (MSD) may reduce the price of Propecia, or start to market its own generic finasteride 1mg alongside branded Propecia.
Not all men who previously took Propecia will switch to generic finasteride 1mg, even if the price of Propecia remains high and generic finasteride is a lot cheaper. If a patient is happy with a particular brand of tablet, they often will not switch to a lower cost equivalent, even if they are reliably advised that one tablet is medically the same as the other. Whether or not they switch depends on how much they wish to economise, and all the other factors which keep people buying certain products at high prices when they do not have to.
Finasteride 1mg tablets are taken daily to reduce hair loss in men, and can promote hair regrowth. See Dr Fox for details.
Cheap Propecia may be on its way which would be welcome news to the many men suffering distress as a result of male pattern hair loss.
Apenta - available from Dr Fox for £3.99Lorcaserin - available from Dr Fox for £25.99
Meb uptick - available from Dr Fox for £3.99
UK PharmacistAlternative to Propecia
References1. Merck UK LP, Cadbury T, Ford MP, et al.
Our goal is to help consumers who purchase prescription medication from online pharmacies. However, this may not always be the best idea for your needs, especially when you’re dealing with a sensitive health condition or needing a prescription. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to find the right medication for your specific needs.
Propecia, also known by its generic name finasteride, is an FDA-approved medication for treating male pattern baldness. This condition is caused by a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Male pattern baldness is typically hereditary, but it can be a side effect of some medications. Propecia can help treat these symptoms, but it’s important to talk to your doctor before taking this medication, especially if you have any preexisting medical conditions.
Like all medications, Propecia can cause side effects. These side effects can vary in intensity and severity. The most common side effects of Propecia include:
Serious side effects that can occur with Propecia include:
Finasteride is a medication used to treat male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia. It works by blocking the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that causes hair follicles to shrink, allowing hair to grow back and eventually regrow.
Finasteride is used to treat male pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia. It is taken orally once daily, and hair loss is often temporary, but can improve over time.
The drug is available in several forms:
• Finasteride tablets
• Propecia tablets
• Avodart tablets
Finasteride works by blocking the conversion of testosterone to DHT, the hormone that causes hair follicles to shrink. DHT causes hair follicles to shrink, and the hair strands eventually stop growing. When hair follicles shrink, they become shorter and shorter, leading to hair loss.
Finasteride is most effective when taken daily, meaning that it is taken as needed, about once a day. However, if you have been taking finasteride for a long time, it may take several months to see results.
Finasteride is usually taken once daily, usually at a dosage of 1mg per day, and it can be taken with or without food. You should not take it more than once a day, as it may cause side effects. It is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or planning to take finasteride, and to follow their advice.
You should only take Finasteride if you are taking a medication called DHT blockers. It is not possible to determine which version of the medication will work best for you. The effectiveness of Finasteride can vary depending on several factors including age, weight, and whether the medication is taken with or without food.
Finasteride can also be taken for other conditions, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition that causes an enlarged prostate gland. It is important to talk to your doctor if you are taking Finasteride as a separate medication.
Finasteride may not be suitable for everyone. Some people may experience side effects such as decreased sex drive or sexual dysfunction, or even changes in your breasts. It is important to talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
Finasteride can have serious side effects if taken for more than 5 years. These may include:
If you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or are breast-feeding, it is important to avoid taking Finasteride. Finasteride may also cause birth defects, such as a small embryo in a newborn baby.
If you are taking Finasteride as a separate medication, please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. They will be able to help you make an informed decision about whether Finasteride is right for you.
Some people may experience side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, or decreased ejaculate volume.
You should not take Finasteride for more than 5 years unless your doctor recommends it. Your doctor will monitor your progress and adjust your dosage if necessary.
You should not take Finasteride if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, breastfeeding, or are breast-feeding.
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