Finasteride
Finasteride tablets 1 mg
FDA-approved generic finasteride 1 mg tablets for androgenetic alopecia — the gold standard oral treatment for pattern hair loss.
Legacy treatment library entry
This page is educational. The active Varus flow starts with labs or uploaded results, then moves into clinician review and a care plan before treatment checkout is shown.
What to know
Finasteride 1 mg is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). It is the most studied oral treatment for hair loss, with decades of clinical data behind its approved use.
Clinicians review hair-loss pattern, contraindications, reproductive considerations, and patient preference before deciding whether finasteride is appropriate.
How this option is discussed
Finasteride reduces the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is involved in androgenetic hair loss. By lowering DHT levels systemically, it slows hair loss and can promote regrowth in many patients.
What happens after this library page
Quick consult or targeted labs
Simple cases may begin with clinician review first, while shedding, endocrine, or iron-related concerns can trigger targeted labs.
Clinical screening
A clinician reviews pattern, medical history, medications, and product-specific risks before any recommendation is made.
Care plan before checkout
Treatment, if recommended, is shown only after clinician review and care-plan creation.
Monitoring & follow-up
Follow-up timing and any repeat labs depend on the plan selected and the clinical picture.
Compounded versus FDA-approved product
- Finasteride is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, but a compounded dispensed product is not the same as an FDA-approved generic.
- Clinicians review reproductive considerations, side effects, and treatment goals before prescribing.
Medical services are provided by independent licensed clinicians using the Varus platform. Varus does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Compounded medications are prepared by licensed pharmacies and are not FDA-approved. Individual results may vary. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.