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| Hairloss Treatment Type | 5-alpha reductase inhibitor |
|---|---|
| Availability | Prescription |
Notes |
Proscar, a.k.a. Finasteride, is one of many antiandrogens. Proscar is mainly prescribed for treatment of enlarged prostates in men. Proscar functions by preventing testosterone from being converted into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the primary hormone related to male pattern hairloss. A 1mg form of Proscar, Propecia, is under review by the FDA for approval in hairloss and may be available at the end of this year or the beginning of next. |
| Claimed Results | None |
| Observed Results | Halting of hairloss to dense regrowth. |
| Clinical Results | Inhibits DHT production by 55-70%. |
| Testing | Extensive. |
| Safety/Side Effects | In 2-5% of patients using the full dosage, some loss of sex drive, loss of sexual sensitivity, and lower amount of ejaculate (doesn't affect sperm count). |
| Gender | Primarily male. |
| Typical Cost | $45-75 for 30 5mg pills ($55-60 average) |
| Where you can get it | HairBack Community Drug |
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