Can I buy Finasteride Online?
We have all been there before, a sense of mild embarrassment about going to the doctor to have a consultation for a private matter. Experiencing slight anxiety and a small increase in blood pressure is not uncommon for many who pay a visit for a personal issue. Often, we even worry about wasting the doctor’s time or asking ourselves ‘is it even worth a visit to the doctor’? Buying Finasteride online might be the answer.
Androgenetic Alopecia, otherwise known as ‘Male Pattern Baldness’ (MPB), is one of those conditions that some men can feel a little embarrassed about discussing face to face with their doctor. Some men have a genuine fear of going bald which can cause high-stress levels, low self – esteem and even depression. Treatment of this natural process is available and can help treat the person both physically and psychologically. So let us not ignore the fact that it can be a rather sensitive subject for some and that there are men who are not so keen to go bald gracefully!
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What is Male Pattern Baldness (MPB)?
MPB is a genetic condition which can be passed down from either side of the family. It may be a good idea to look at the family tree and predict future hair loss associated with MPB – if any! Thankfully, however, MPB is not related to any health condition or side effects of treatments so it is not usually something to worry about. It is a condition caused by a by-product of testosterone found in the body called Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT attaches to the hair follicles and causes them to shrink over time making the hair become increasingly thinner, finer and shorter. Although this is a perfectly natural process of ageing, it can be distressing for some men especially if they are young.
In general, the sooner the hair loss starts the greater the loss will be. About 25% of men who start to go bald have reached the age of thirty and about half of fifty years old are going significantly bald. Some men actually go bald in less than five years but usually, it does take about 15 to 25 years to go bald, however, everyone is different!
The signs to say that you are losing hair:
- Noticing the appearance of thinning hair or a receding hairline yourself
- Other people informing you that you are losing your hair (you don’t notice yourself)
- Excessive hair on the pillow, shower bed or bath plug, or on your hands when styling your hair
It is always important to establish with your doctor that the hair loss is, in fact, MPB and not due to an underlying condition such as anaemia or a thyroid problem, treatments such as chemotherapy and blood thinners such as Warfarin.
Treatment available for Male Pattern Baldness:
Finasteride 1mg tablets (Propecia branded)
Probably the most popular medicine available for the treatment of MPB is Finasteride 1mg tablets which are clinically proven to stop further hair loss and promote hair re-growth. It works by blocking an enzyme that produces dihydrotestosterone and therefore reducing its levels in the body. In turn, there will be fewer hair follicles that are shrunk by dihydrotestosterone and therefore more hair retained. A two – year study of 1553 men with mild to moderate thinning found that 83% of men maintained or increased their hair count and adverse effects were minimal.
So can I get Finasteride Online?
The answer is yes!
At Mens Pharmacy, you can get Finasteride 1mg tablets through a quick online consultation with the resident GMC registered doctor and have your medication dispensed by Mens Pharmacy which is a UK registered pharmacy, selling genuine UK brand medicines. The quick and free delivery to your address is an added bonus to the service.
Finasteride is a prescription only medicine which means you legally need a doctor to prescribe it and currently it cannot be bought over the counter from any pharmacy. We all know the usual process of getting prescribed medication; take the time out to book an appointment and see the doctor, have that all – important discussion about your ‘problem’, obtain a prescription and take it to a pharmacy to be dispensed. Do not forget that even when you pick up your medication and receive that lovely smile from the pharmacy team, they will have an idea of what condition you have.
Of course, this can all be avoided by simply using the online service which cuts the need for a face to face consultation, the time to go out and take the prescription to a pharmacy, waiting for the medication to be dispensed and then be known by all involved in your care that you are treating MPB, which to some men is stressful.
Let us not forget that pharmacies can charge whatever they wish for these tablets since it is not available on the NHS but rather on a private prescription. At Mens Pharmacy, the online service is not only competitively low, but they will credit the difference in price if you find a cheaper price. Not to mention the quick and free of charge delivery which saves petrol for you. The great benefit of using the online service at Mens Pharmacy is that you are cared for by both healthcare professionals – a qualified UK doctor and pharmacist in one place and you don’t need the face to face ‘get to know each other’ which avoids stress for many.
Before taking Finasteride 1mg tablets
It is important in your consultation with the doctor to give your medical history including other medical conditions, allergies and medication you may have. In addition, the doctor can assess that it is definitely MPB and rule out any other condition which is important. Overall, the doctor will need to check that you are suitable for the treatment and that you are happy with the advice given regarding taking the treatment.
Will I experience side effects with Finasteride?
All medication comes with side effects and finasteride is no exception, however not every person will experience side effects.
The side effects of Finasteride include reduced libido (desire) to have sex, inability to get an erection, breast tenderness, depressed mood and allergic-type reactions. However, these side effects affect less than 1 in 10 men but should any of these happen, always contact us or see a doctor. If you think you are allergic to any of the ingredients do not take the tablets and see the doctor.
Finasteride is excreted in semen and so it is important that men should wear a condom as it can harm an unborn baby. Also, no woman of childbearing age or wanting to become pregnant should touch the tablets for this same reason.
Last thoughts….
Taking advantage of the online service at Mens Pharmacy is a good option for those looking to experience a quick, efficient and most importantly, confidential way to be prescribed treatment. How much time and energy saved during the busy lives we lead is a positive thought that comes to mind.
The consultation with the doctor online will overcome the barrier of anxiety, stress and even embarrassment for those who prefer to avoid a personal visit to the doctor. It is a modern way to get the best out of your treatment without the added stress or embarrassment and delivery is discreet – so why wait?
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References:
- Excellence, N. (2018). FINASTERIDE | Drug | BNF Provided by NICE. [online] Bnf.nice.org.uk. Available at: https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drug/finasteride.html#nationalFunding [Accessed 21 Jul. 2018].
- Propecia®, A. (2018). Finasteride for male pattern baldness (Propecia). [online] Patient.info. Available at: https://patient.info/medicine/finasteride-for-male-pattern-baldness-propecia-aindeem#nav-0 [Accessed 21 Jul. 2018].
- Menshealth.co.uk. (2018). 10 things you should know about male hair loss. [online].
- Medicines.org.uk. (2018). Finasteride 1mg tablets – Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) – (EMC). [online]
- The Belgravia Centre. (2018). Male hair loss – all you need to know
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