Drug details

Propecia (finasteride)

type of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors

Propecia (finasteride) is a 5a-reductase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men only. Propecia is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • breast lumps,
  • breast pain or tenderness,
  • nipple discharge, and
  • any other breast changes
The following drugs are related to Propecia, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Illuccix (kit for the preparation of gallium ga 68 gozetotide injection)
The following supplements are related to Propecia, and may be used together with the drug:
  • Atlantic Cedar (s.)
  • Lavender (s.)
  • Rosemary (s.)