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Learn more about Finasteride with Dr. Kenneth.
Get to know Dr. Kenneth, a certified aesthetic physician, with a special interest in hair loss and practical andrology (men's health).
Finasteride lowers the levels of a male hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes hair loss. It has been shown to stop hair loss in 83% of men.
Finasteride is a prescription medication used to treat men with male pattern hair loss to increase hair growth on the scalp and to prevent further hair loss. It typically comes in a 1 mg daily dose for a 30-day supply.
Finasteride lowers the levels of a male hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes hair loss. Men with hair loss have more DHT in the balding part of their scalp, and finasteride helps to reverse the balding process.
We recommend pairing finasteride with minoxidil spray for great results.
Finasteride is used for adult men only and should not be used by women or children.
Before taking finasteride, tell our Zesttee doctor if you have any other medical conditions, especially problems with your prostate or liver. And, inform them about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
If you are concerned, you can check out our all-natural hair loss supplements pack HERE or our over-the-counter minoxidil spray HERE.
Finasteride can be taken with or without food
If you forget to take your daily dose of finasteride, do not take an extra tablet the next day. Just take the following tablet as usual.
Finasteride will not work faster or better if you take it more than once a day.
Finasteride has been approved for hair loss since 1998 with relatively few side effects.
Less than 2% of men may experience the following [1]:
- Decrease in sex drive
- Trouble getting or keeping an erection
- Decrease in the amount of semen.
Please note: Sexual side effects if experienced are in the majority of cases reversed when the drug is withdrawn
If you would like to boost your sexual vitality and performance, you can check out our men's sexual health offerings HERE.
Finasteride has been shown to be effective at preventing hair loss and even regrowing hair in some men. In one study, finasteride was effective at preventing further hair loss in 83% balding at the crown of the head, and 70% of men with hairline recession.
Note: If you are a hair loss type 5 (IV) or beyond on the Norwood Hamilton Hair Loss Scale then finasteride may not be effective for you. Click HERE to read more about the scale.
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Our Doctors: Featuring Dr. Kenneth
Learn more about Finasteride with Dr. Kenneth.
Get to know Dr. Kenneth, a certified aesthetic physician, with a special interest in hair loss and practical andrology (men's health).
"Hair loss can affect a man's confidence and signify aging. As your doctor, I endeavor to address your hair loss concerns and help you regain self-esteem and confidence through simple, easy & effective treatment programs."
- Dr Kenneth MBBCh (Cardiff University, United Kingdom), Certificate on Practical Andrology (Men’s Health) 2019 (Singapore)