Get a finasteride prescription for hair loss

Get a prescription for oral or topical finasteride for hair loss.
Consultation fee starting at only $39 for returning patients and $59 for new patients.
Response within two business days.

*Your medication requests are reviewed by an independent board-certified dermatologist to make sure they are appropriate for your skin condition. The price of the medication is not included.

Medically reviewed by:
Dr. Carolina Fernandez
Dermatologist

What is finasteride used for?

Finasteride is a prescription medication approved by the FDA for the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia (the most common type of hair loss)¹. It is taken by mouth every day at the same time, with or without food.

Finasteride is also used off-label for the treatment of hyperandrogenism (a medical condition characterized by abnormally high levels of androgens —male sex hormones—) in men and women².

How does finasteride work?

Finasteride is an effective DHT blocker, it works by reducing the levels of DHT in the body by approximately 70%. This effect reduces hair loss, stimulates hair growth³.

Androgens (DHT hormones) play a significant role in hair loss, altering the hair cycle development, causing inflammation, and follicular miniaturization⁴ which is a condition that causes thinner and weaker hair that eventually stops growing⁵.

This process is caused by a combination of genetic and hormonal factors that affect the hair follicles’ sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)⁶.

Finasteride dose for hair loss

The typical dose of oral finasteride for treating hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men is 1 mg per day. This dosage is used to effectively slow hair loss and in some cases, promote regrowth. For the treatment of hair loss, it is essential to continue taking finasteride regularly to maintain its benefits, as stopping the medication can reverse the effects. Always consult with your online dermatologist to ensure this treatment is suitable for you and to discuss any potential side effects.

How can I get a finasteride prescription?

Do you need a prescription to get oral or topical finasteride?

Yes. Oral and topical finasteride are both prescription medications, therefore you need to have a consultation with a healthcare professional in order to get it in a low dose for the treatment of hair loss.

How can you get a prescription for oral or topical finasteride?

You can have a virtual photo-based consultation using the Miiskin app. The doctor may write a prescription for finasteride, if they believe finasteride is a good fit for you. You can then pick it up from any pharmacy.

How long will it take to get a prescription for oral or topical finasteride?

A photo-based consultation via the Miiskin app usually takes around two business days to be evaluated and the cost starts at $59. You also need to pay for your prescription separately.

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How to get a finasteride prescription online?

Sign-up with Miiskin by pressing “Start your consultation”
Request Finasteride in the consultation form
A dermatologist will prescribe it to you, if medically appropriate
Purchase your finasteride via the pharmacy of your choice

Process to get a finasteride prescription
Through the Miiskin platform, you can communicate with a healthcare provider via a photo-based online consultation. After reviewing your case, the doctor may decide that finasteride is a good option for you. If so, the doctor will write a prescription for finasteride which you may pick up from the pharmacy of your choice.

Benefits of Finasteride

Reduced hair loss

Increased hair growth

Effective for men with male pattern baldness

Affordable and widely available

Warnings, Side Effects and Brand Names

Warning and precaution when using finasteride

This medication is not suitable for women or children. Pregnant women should not handle the tablets, as the active ingredients may be absorbed through the skin and cause birth defects in babies. If a woman does come into contact with the medication, the affected area should be washed immediately with soap and water and consult a doctor.

It is also recommended to have regular follow-up appointments with your online dermatologist to monitor your progress and determine whether the medication is working and if you should continue taking it⁷. It is also possible that before starting treatment, your doctor recommends you have some blood tests, depending on your medical history.

Common side effects of finasteride

Erectile dysfunction
Decreased libido
Reduction in semen volume
Gynecomastia (enlarged breasts)⁸

However, these symptoms tend to disappear once treatment is stopped.

Brand names of oral finasteride

Propecia

Got more questions about finasteride and getting a prescription online?

How to use finasteride?

To ensure the effectiveness of the medication, the tablet should be taken by mouth every day at the same time, with or without food and it is essential to swallow it as a whole.

Who can take/use oral and topical finasteride?

Men with a diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, who do not present contraindications, which an evaluation by a dermatologist is necessary.

Who cannot take finasteride?

Women or children and men who are being treated with any other medication containing finasteride or any other 5-alpha reductase enzyme inhibitor for benign prostatic hyperplasia or any other disease. For example if they have some prostatic pathology.

Is finasteride over the counter?

No, finasteride is not an over-the-counter medicine. You need a doctor’s prescription to buy finasteride.

When and how will I receive my finasteride?

After a medical professional has reviewed your case and decided that you should be prescribed finasteride, you can purchase and pick up your medicine at any pharmacy of your choice.

Where can I pick up my finasteride?

In order to request finasteride, you will be asked to select a preferred pharmacy for your online consultation.

How do I book a photo-based consultation with a doctor to get finasteride for oral use?

To learn more about different dermatology providers and how to connect with them using the Miiskin app, click one of the buttons on this page.

How long does a finasteride photo-based consultation take?

You can finish completing your request for a photo consultation in less than five minutes on average. You will then receive a response within two business days.

Do I have to pay for the finasteride and the photo-based consultation separately?

Yes, in the same way that you would be required to pay for both an in-person consultation with a dermatologist and prescription medicines at the pharmacy.

What is Miiskin?

An app called Miiskin, available on Google Play and the App Store, helps patients find independent medical professionals that offer convenient, high-quality treatment for skin conditions.

Start a photo-based virtual consultation to request finasteride

References:
¹https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK513329/
²https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12724020/
³https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK278957/
⁴https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/exd.13029
⁵https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/exd.13029
⁶https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK513329/
⁷https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs./finasteride./drg-20063819?p=1
⁸https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022202X15529357