A daily tablet for male pattern hair loss. It lowers DHT — the hormone behind thinning — to help slow loss and, for some, support regrowth over time. Nothing is prescribed unless a licensed physician determines it is appropriate for you.
Finasteride blocks the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT, the androgen linked to male pattern hair loss. With less DHT reaching the follicles, thinning can slow and some hair can regrow — the effect builds gradually and depends on continued use.
Taken as a daily tablet, prescribed only after a physician's review. Effects on hair are gradual and depend on staying consistent.
Ask about sexual side effects and mood changes, the reasons some people stop. Tell your physician if you are pregnant or may become pregnant — this medicine must not be handled in pregnancy — and mention any liver condition.
Educational information only. It is not medical advice and does not describe results you should expect. A licensed physician decides what, if anything, is appropriate for you.
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