Finasteride is a hair treatment for men that helps to counter male pattern hair loss by reducing the activity of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) on the hair follicles. DHT is a molecule that activates a receptor in the hair follicle which causes the growth phase of the hair cycle to gradually decrease. This shrinks the follicle resulting in finer, shorter hairs until the growth phase is so short that hairs do not grow from the scalp at all.

Finasteride stops the production of DHT. It works as an inhibitor of 5-alpha-reductase, the enzyme which converts testosterone into DHT. This means that less DHT is present in the scalp (around 60% less), preventing further hair loss and in many cases, promoting hair regrowth.

Typically Finasteride is prescribed to be taken once daily. Hair regrowth is a naturally slow process so it may take a few months to notice any significant changes.

You should start to notice reduced hair loss and/or the regrowth of your hair after about three to six months. The best results appear after one to two years of treatment.

Phoenix is a modern telehealth platform that connects patients with Canadian doctors and pharmacies. We provide an easy-to-use interface for users to chat to doctors, and for pharmacies to fulfill their orders. If a treatment plan has been prescribed, orders are automatically refilled every month and shipped discreetly to your home. Delivery is always on us, and you are free to pause your treatment at any time.