A Simple List: What You Need To Know About Propecia

Propecia, a finasteride pharmecuetical, is a common treatment used in the battle against pattern baldness. It works by stopping the conversion of testosterone into DHT, thus preventing DHT from binding to the hair follicles’ receptor sites. Theoretically, this should put hair loss to an end. But not everyone suffering with pattern baldness can benefit from using Propecia. Find out if you can—along with some other interesting facts—by reviewing this simple list:

• Propecia is one of only two drugs approved by the FDA for use against androgenic alopecia (pattern baldness); the other being Rogaine
• It is contraindicated in women and children
• Propecia is shown to be ineffective on people whose hair loss has progressed to an advanced stage
• It must be used indefinitely in order to reverse, and deter, hair loss
• Propecia is available by prescription only
• It is shown to affect only the vertex (crown) of the scalp, not the hairline or temple points
• Finasteride is also used for the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (prostate gland enlargement).
• Side effects of Propecia can include: erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, testicular pain, increased breast size, itching, hives/rash, swelling in the face and/or lips

If you decide Propecia is not for you and would like to inquire about a permanent solution to hair loss, contact the DermHair Clinic for a free consultation.