Finpecia is a medication used for the treatment of male pattern baldness also known as androgenetic alopecia. Finpecia contains Finasteride 1mg. Finpecia is not intended for use in women and for treatment of baldness caused by insufficiency of vitamins, alopecia areata and other forms of alopecia.

Finasteride works by inhibiting 5-alpha-reductase. This enzyme is responsible for converting of testosterone into its more active form 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone. The key mechanism of male pattern baldness development is 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone that suppresses the activity of hair follicles. By lowering the amount of 5-DHT in the blood Finasteride helps to stop hair loss and promote hair regrowth. Finasteride does not act on hair follicles in women and children. Finpecia helps prevent hair loss on the top and front of the head. It does not help for receding hairline near the temples. Finasteride is not approved for use in women and children.

Finpecia comes in the form of tablets containing finsteride 1mg. The recommended for the most men with androgenetic alopecia is one tablet (1mg of finasteride) once daily. Tablets must be taken orally washing down with sufficient amount of water. It may take several months to see the full benefits of Finpecia.

Finpecia may cause unwanted side effects such as: erectile dysfunction, reduced amount of ejaculate, decreased libido

In rare cases Finasteride may cause gynecomastia, enlargement of breast, allergic reactions (shortness of breath, wheezing, skin rash, hives, urticaria, and edema). Testicle pain is also possible. Some patients reported depression, acne and weight gain while the treatment with Finpecia.