Proscar for Hair Loss

Hi, Dr. Rassman. I had a procedure done a few years ago in Texas with Dr. McClellan and I’m very happy with the results. My hair loss has been very slow, thankfully, in some part perhaps due to the fact that Dr. Bob put me on Propecia after my initial consultation. I took it up until about a year ago, and now my crown is thinning pretty badly (I know – it was stupid to stop). My question is this: I’ve read on other hairloss sites of guys buying Proscar and cutting them into fourths or fifths so that they are down to, or near, the 1 mg found in Propecia. Will this give you the same results? It is, after all, a cheaper route. Most of these guys get the Proscar from Canada or overseas, which makes me wonder about the authenticity of the drugs, but I guess that is another question altogether. Thanks, and this is a very helpful site.

I am glad that you are pleased with the results. Dr. Bob does excellent work! As to your question, Finasteride is marketed in two strengths: Proscar (5 mg for prostate problems) and Propecia (1 mg for hair loss). While you can get the same result if you were to exactly cut the Proscar tablet into fifths, it is sometimes difficult to cut the pill in equivalent doses. As a NHI patient, this is something you may want to discuss with us when you need a new prescription. Give us a call at 800-NEW-HAIR (800-639-4247) to set up a phone re-check. I do recommend that you only order prescription drugs from reputable suppliers.