About Hair Loss

Mild to moderate male pattern hair loss affects about 50% of men by age 50.

Scientists have recently discovered that men with male pattern hair loss have an increased level of DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) in their scalps. Leading scientists believe these increased levels of DHT affect the hair growth cycle, contributing to the thinning of the hair on the scalp.

PROPECIA® (finasteride), available only by prescription, is an exciting weapon in the battle against male pattern hair loss. PROPECIA blocks the formation of DHT and in this way appears to interrupt a key factor in the development of inherited male pattern hair loss in men.

PROPECIA was developed to treat male pattern hair loss in the vertex (at top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area. PROPECIA is for use by MEN ONLY and should NOT be used by women.