What is Propecia and when is it used?

Propecia is one of the brands registered and promoted to sell the substance known internationally as Finasteride. This substance is used for two conditions: male hair loss caused by hormonal disorder and benign prostatic hyperplasia otherwise known as prostate enlargement. On this webpage we are going to talk about the substance in the dosage used for hair loss which is 1 mg per pill. If you need Finasteride for prostate treatment, please see our Men’s health section.

Finasteride’s action is based on the inhibition of a certain enzyme in the body called 5-alpha-reductase. This enzyme is responsible for the transformation of testosterone into another form called dihydrotestosterone. When this form of the hormone is in excess in the male body, it causes pattern hair loss also known as androgenic alopecia. It also can cause the enlargement of prostate.

When Finasteride inhibits the mentioned enzyme, the transformation of testosterone doesn’t occur and the hair loss stops. Moreover, the lost hair also starts to grow back since there is no longer the factor that causes its growth suppression present. But you should know that the effect develops gradually and it can take up to 5 months of uninterrupted use of the medication for you to see the results of stopped hair loss and re-growing hair. Once you stop using the pills, the hormone transformation resumes and hair loss also restarts. Fortunately, it doesn’t happen overnight. You can take the medication for a year to obtain the desired effect, then make a break of 1-3 months and start the use again without even noticing any negative changes during the break in Propecia use.

To buy Propecia cheap, you should opt for its generic version available at our drugstore. It is identical to the branded drug but costs several times cheaper. Moreover, since you need to take the pills for a long period of time without interruptions, you can make a bulk order and get an additional discount plus free shipping.

When should you buy Propecia?

You can get the medication if you suffer from hair loss that is caused by excessive dihydrotestosterone production. It is easy to establish whether you have namely this type of alopecia or not. In androgenic alopecia hair starts to fall out at the crown and front hair line forming bald patches. But if you want to be a hundred percent sure, you can go for blood tests for hormones and your healthcare provider will give you a precise diagnosis.

If your father or other male family members suffer from this type of alopecia, most likely you also have it because it is transferred genetically.

When shouldn’t you buy Propecia?

You don’t need the medication if you suffer from general hair loss which is spread all over your scalp. In this case, you should go to a doctor and get checked for other conditions that can cause hair loss such as vitamins deficiency, stress or mental disorders (e.g. depression), and so on.

The contraindications for the medication use are:

- Allergic or other severe adverse reactions related to the drug’s components;

- Age under 18 years.

You can use the medication but prior must consult a doctor in:

- Problems with urination;

- Liver dysfunction;

- Age over 65 years.

Propecia dosages

When you buy Finasteride for hair loss, you should use it by 1 mg every day. This is a standard dosage and the use of higher dosage won’t accelerate the process or provide greater results.

Try using the pills at the same time every day to ensure the maintained therapeutic level of the drug in your body for 24 hours.

If you tolerate the medication well, you can use it without interruptions for a year or even more. But if you have any healthy conditions, make sure to consult your physician first before engaging in Propecia use.

Adverse effects of Propecia

When you buy generic Propecia, you should know that it can cause certain negative effects such as:

- Impotence;

- Lowered sex drive.

These are the most common adverse reactions which also tend to fade over time.

Rare adverse effects are:

- Heart palpitations;

- Changes in liver blood test indicators;

- Reduced volume of ejaculation;

- Enlargement of the mammary glands;

- Painful sensations in the testicles.

Frequency of Propecia adverse effects

Interactions with other substances

In general, Finasteride doesn’t interact with the occurrence of any negative effects with other substances. However, there is a potential risk of interactions with medicines that influence the liver enzyme that is involved in Finasteride metabolism that is CYP3A4.

If when you buy generic Finasteride you have been already using other medicines or plan to start using, consult your physician first about their compatibility.

Additional information

- Finasteride is used also for benign prostatic hyperplasia but in higher dosage. If you need the therapy for that condition, you need the dosage of 5 mg per pill but make sure to get a consultation of a specialist and do all necessary medical tests first.

- Usually adverse effects to the drug use are mild and fade over time. But if you have allergy, you should immediately stop using Propecia as it means that you are intolerant of its components.

- Keep in mind that you need to use the medication at least for 5 months to see first results and to maintain the result you shouldn’t discontinue using the drug for at least a year.

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