Oral finasteride reduces testosterone from being converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT can shrink hair follicles and shorten the hair growth cycle, resulting in hair loss. Reducing DHT levels promotes hair growth and hair thickness.

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Brands like Propecia contain the same active ingredient as generic finasteride. Finasteride is the active ingredient in both medications. DrHair supplies a UK-licensed generic version of finasteride to patients and clinics.

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Finasteride 1mg tablets can take 3-6 months to provide visible results with daily use. The medication reduces the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), leading to lower levels of DHT.

Reduced DHT levels are maintained with continuous daily usage of finasteride 1mg. Avoid missing any doses to maintain best results. Learn more about how long finasteride takes to work for hair loss.