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Propecia

Finasteride

Utilised to manage male pattern hair loss to support follicle density and target hormonal scalp conversion.

Category
Hair Loss
Active ingredient
Finasteride
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
1mg · 5mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Propecia, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Propecia vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Propecia details

Alternative names
finasteride
Therapeutic class
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class
Androgen Synthesis Inhibitor
Known off-label uses
benign prostatic hyperplasia
Contraindications
pregnancy; hypersensitivity to finasteride
Minor side effects
decreased libido; impotence
Moderate side effects
ejaculation volume reduction; breast tenderness; depression
Serious side effects
allergic angioedema, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Merck
Onset Time
3 months
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Age restrictions
Approved for adult men.
Patient summary

utilised to manage male pattern hair loss to support follicle density and target hormonal scalp conversion.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits type II 5-alpha reductase, preventing conversion of testosterone to follicle-shrinking dihydrotestosterone.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category X: Teratogenic to male fetuses. Avoid any contact during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not applicable.

What you will receive

Propecia is the originator brand name, made by Merck. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Merck.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Finasteride is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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