Prescribers will issue Finasteride as one of the first courses of action to fight hair loss. It is a proven medication that works effectively in 90% of men to prevent further hair loss.
It’s important to know some of the basic information regarding the medication you’re taking, however. What is Finasteride? And how does it work to fight hair loss?
This article will look at the advantages of taking Finasteride and when you should get in touch with Sons to start your treatment process.
What is Finasteride?
Testosterone is present in all men and is converted into dihydrotestosterone or DHT for short.. DHT contributes to the formation of male characteristics during puberty, but it also has negative consequences, such as hair loss in those who are genetically susceptible.
One way DHT causes hair loss is by shortening the growth stage of the cycle hair goes through. This will cause thinner hair and a less prosperous environment for your hair follicles to thrive in. Eventually, the hair follicles die off completely if left untreated.
Finasteride acts as a shield, blocking testosterone from being transformed into DHT. It actively protects your scalp from the damage caused by DHT so that hair loss can be halted and your hair follicles reach their growth potential again.
Finasteride for hair loss comes in an oral form which is the licensed version, but the topical application is there for those who can’t take the tablet. The tablet is typically supplied in a 1mg dosage that should be taken daily.
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Other information on Finasteride
Before it was even considered an option for treating hair loss, Finasteride was given to patients with enlarged prostates at higher doses (5mg compared with 1mg for hair loss). An unexpected side effect of the treatment was some men experienced hair growth, leading to further studies on its effectiveness in treating male pattern baldness and ultimately it was FDA-approved for hair loss at 1mg doses in the 1990s..
Prescribers frequently issue both Finasteride and Minoxidil to increase the chances of stopping hair loss and commencing hair regrowth.
Any potential side effects that could occur, no matter how unlikely you are to encounter them, are only temporary and should go away soon after you stop taking the medication. These side effects include problems with your sex drive and the quality of your sperm. If you have experienced side effects with oral Finasteride or are concerned about the risk, topical Finasteride is likely a preferable option, as the chance of experiencing side effects are lower.
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