Propecia Hair loss 28 starter pack

The recommended dosage of Propecia is one 1 mg tablet daily. Finasteride may be taken with or without food. Treatment should continuously be assessed by the treating physician. Generally, three to six months of once daily treatment are required before evidence of stabilisation of hair loss can be expected*. Continuous use is recommended to sustain benefit*. 

Propecia is not indicated for use in women or children and adolescents.

*Disclaimer. Individual results may vary

The active substance is finasteride. Each tablet contains 1 mg finasteride.

 The other ingredients are: lactose, microcrystalline cellulose E460, pregelatinised maize starch, sodium starch glycollate, docusate sodium, magnesium stearate E572, hypromellose E464, hydroxypropyl cellulose E463, titanium dioxide, talc, yellow iron oxide E172, red iron oxide E172.

Side Effects of Propecia

With any medication you take, there is always a risk of side effects. Some are more common than others, and often side effects may subside with the regular usage of the medicine. If the side effects do not subside, you should report them to us, or your GP.

The following side effects are important and will require immediate action if you experience them

Stop taking this medicine and talk to your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency department if you have any of the following symptoms:

• swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat

• difficulty swallowing • skin rash, itching, lumps under your skin (hives)

• breathing difficulties

If you notice any of the following, talk to your doctor straight away:  

• lumps, pain, enlargement of the breast (chest) tissue or nipple discharge. These may be signs of a serious condition, such as breast cancer. 

For a full list of side effects, please read the patient information leaflet.