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Propecia (Finasteride)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Propecia
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Propecia |
| Generic Name | Finasteride |
| Purpose | Treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men only. |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Lowering DHT levels reduces hair loss. |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 1 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Once daily |
| Common Side Effects | Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased volume of ejaculate. |
| Serious Side Effects | Depression, anxiety, testicular pain, male breast cancer (rare). |
| Drug Interactions | No significant drug interactions have been identified. Inform your doctor of all medications you are taking. |
| Important Notes | Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken Propecia tablets due to the risk of birth defects in a male fetus. Results usually take 3-6 months to be seen. If discontinued, hair loss will return. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses at once. |
| Alternatives | Rogaine (minoxidil), Saw Palmetto (herbal supplement), Hair transplant surgery, Laser therapy. |
Propecia Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Rogaine (minoxidil) | Potassium channel opener; mechanism in hair growth is not fully understood. | Available over-the-counter; topical application. May be used in conjunction with Propecia. |
| Saw Palmetto | May inhibit 5-alpha-reductase; mechanism not fully understood. | Herbal supplement; efficacy not as well-established as Propecia. |
| Dutasteride (Avodart) | Inhibits both type 1 and type 2 isoenzymes of 5-alpha-reductase. | Typically used for BPH but sometimes prescribed off-label for hair loss. More potent than finasteride. |
Propecia Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Decreased libido | Depression |
| Erectile dysfunction | Anxiety |
| Decreased volume of ejaculate | Testicular pain |
Propecia Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Male Pattern Hair Loss | 1 mg | 1 mg daily | Take orally once a day, with or without food. |
