Finasteride is a medicine that has gained popularity in recent years because of certain health benefits it offers, but do we know what it’s used for? In this blog we share what is known about this medication, its side effects, and how you can definitively stop hair loss.
Prescription of finasteride
Finasteride is a medicine used to treat two main conditions in men. The first one is for patients with excessive hair loss (alopecia) which is gradual hair thinning, a receding hairline on the top of the head, or loss of the crown. It is taken as a 1 mg tablet once a day, and it helps to improve hair growth and reduce further hair loss.
The second one is to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This means shrinking an enlarged prostate, decreasing the chance of a sudden inability to urinate, and in some patients reducing the risk of developing prostate cancer. Frequently, a 5 mg tablet is prescribed per day.
What are the side effects?
Remember that every person reacts differently to the effects of medicine, and like any prescription, it can affect some areas of the body and cause imbalances such as depression, decreased sexual desire, inability to have or maintain an erection, or ejaculation problems.
In some patients, it may cause itching, rash, or swelling of the lips and face. We recommend you follow the recommendations of your doctor and communicate all prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking.
Does finasteride help to stop alopecia?
The reality is that the favorable effects of stopping baldness are relatively low compared to other treatments, and only apply to men. For women, the positive results have not been evident so far.
Alopecia is a complex problem -usually treated in experienced clinics- which can be caused by different factors, such as genetic predisposition, hormonal imbalances, stress, and nutritional deficiencies, among others.
Before you start taking any medication, we advise you to consult a hair doctor to evaluate your case and provide you with appropriate treatment.
What can I do to stop hair loss?
The most effective techniques to treat thinning of hair or androgenetic alopecia (in men and women) are hair graft and hair treatments such as mesotherapy capillary and PRP. Any of these techniques act directly on the scalp to promote hair growth and stop hair loss.
The results of these procedures are completely natural. They are also fast-recovering, do not leave scars, and do not generate any long term negative effects.
Capilea, your medical center for hair transplant
If you are looking to stop male pattern hair loss and improve your hair health and self-esteem, go to a clinic experienced. At Capilea we have more than 25 years of experience and have 3 clinics in the country: Monterrey, Tijuana, and CDMX. Schedule your free online appointment and regain your hair and confidence.
