Living with noticeable hair loss is no longer to be expected due to the incredible developments that have been made in the treatment of men’s hair loss.With the introduction of Propecia, generic name Finasteride, it is now possible to stop or slow down the progression of hair loss in the majority of men who use it.
Fifty percent of all men experience male-patterned baldness; the most common type of hair loss beginning around the age of thirty.
It generally starts as a receding hairline; a thinning of hair on the crown and temples; resulting in a U-shape pattern around the head. In some rare cases, a male may end up completely bald.
The condition is genetic; caused by an abundance of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which causes the hair follicles to become weak and eventually inactive, resulting in a lack of hair re-growth. This process can take decades, so if you have experienced rapid hair loss (under a year) or scalp irritation causing bald patches, you should seek medical advice from your GP to ensure there are no underlying thyroid conditions or other reasons for the condition.
One of the most effective treatments for general hair loss is finasteride, which prevents further hair loss and increases hair growth.
Applies to finasteride 1.5mg: PropeciaUsage:urticates the body's system for the effective treatment of general hair loss, also known as male-pattern baldness, by causing an increase in healthy hair follicles in response to a decrease in DHT production. This canhelp to slow down the disease's progression.
Applying medicines such as:
It is noto possible to give a dose to be exact, because the doctor is required to determine when the disease will start and how long it can take to begin suffering any hair loss.
The daily dose of finasteride taken is 1mg, so the doctor may prescribe a lower dose, namely 5mg or 20mg daily. The dosage may be based on the type and extent of the skin problems that are being described.
The dosage may be lower if topical medicines such as:
The side effects of finasteride 1.5mg include:
The patient should inform the doctor if the condition has been aggravated by blood tests, because these results can be affected by daily use of finasteride.
The doctor may prescribe an alternative treatment for the condition with the exception of:
Minor hair loss:
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.
A prescription forA man takes a Propecia tablet daily to help promote hair loss. ( away. For more information about Propecia, see may 2022 ).2023-08-14
Adults and children over 12 years:Swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water or juice (at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals). Do not take more than 3 tablets in 24 hours.
If symptoms persist for more than 4 weeks, consult a doctor.
Do not use:- for any other reason than as directed by your doctor.- if you are allergic to Finasteride.
Finasteride (Propecia) is a prescription medicine used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). It also helps in reducing the frequency of ejaculation and in improving sexual desire.
Do not use:- for any other reason - if you are allergic to Finasteride.
Do not use:- if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.- if you have a history of hypersensitivity or allergy to any of its ingredients.- if you have a history of depression or bipolar disorder.- if you have a history of prostate cancer or enlarged prostates.- if you are taking any of the following medicines:- medicine to treat prostate cancer, or medicines used to treat prostate cancer, or medicines to treat prostate problems, or medicines to treat male pattern hair loss.
Generic Propecia (Finasteride) is a prescription medicine used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) and is also used to treat other conditions, including male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia).WARNING:All medications or supplements containing alpha-blockers, including prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements, should not be used by patients with diabetes or prostate problems who are taking antidiabetic medications. For detailed instructions on managing symptoms of diabetes and prostate problems, refer to the manufacturer's information or consult your wholesale supplier, as the information will be provided in the manufacturer's sole discretion.
Generic name:1mgPropeciaDrug-of-Use
Active ingredient(s):Finasteride 1mg
Propecia (Finasteride) is an oral medication used to treat male pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia) in men. It works by reducing the amount of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to hair loss, that is responsible for the thinning of hair in men. Propecia (Finasteride) is approved for use in men only and is not approved for women or children. Propecia (Finasteride) is also not approved for use in women and is only available with a doctor's prescription.
Dosage Information
The recommended starting dose of Propecia (Finasteride) for most adult men is one tablet taken once daily with food.
How to take Propecia (Finasteride)
Possible side effects of Propecia (Finasteride):
Drug Interactions
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