Finasteride
Finasteride is the most effective pill for stopping male-pattern hair loss. Most men keep the hair they have, and many regrow some.
Medically reviewed by Kayla Papez, NP· Updated October 6, 2026
- Brands
- Propecia, generic
- How it's taken
- Tablet
- How often
- Once a day
- FDA status
- FDA-approved for male-pattern hair loss
How it works
It lowers DHT, the hormone that shrinks hair follicles in men who are genetically sensitive to it.
A good fit for
- Men with a receding hairline or thinning crown
- Men who want to keep what they have long term
Things to know
- A small percentage of men report sexual side effects
- Lowers PSA readings; we account for it in screening
- Results take 3–12 months and stop if you stop
FAQ
Finasteride questions
Does finasteride lower testosterone?
No. It lowers DHT, and testosterone often rises slightly.
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Pricing
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Testosterone care with everything included.
$179/month
Veterans & first responders: $159/month
- Testosterone therapy (injection, oral or topical, FDA-approved)
- Quarterly labs, including PSA and hematocrit
- Annual heart & metabolic panel (lipids, A1c, ApoB)
- The same named clinician every visit
- Unlimited video follow-ups and text check-ins
- Supplies and shipping included
Performance
Most popularHormones plus the next problem solved.
$249/month
Veterans & first responders: $229/month
- Everything in Foundation
- One add-on included: ED, hair loss or fertility-preserving care
- Body-composition scan twice a year
- Quarterly coaching on training, sleep and nutrition
- 20% off Strata Skin + Lab
Executive
Priority care for men who can't wait.
$349/month
Veterans & first responders: $329/month
- Everything in Performance
- Same-day and after-hours priority visits
- Advanced annual panel and results review
- Monthly Strata Base Routine refill
- $50 monthly aesthetics credit for men (Botox, skin)
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