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Medication · 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor

Finasteride, on record.

A medication that shrinks the prostate and treats hair loss.

Also known as: Proscar, Propecia. Class: 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor.

What Finasteride is used for

  • Enlarged prostate (BPH)
  • Male-pattern hair loss

Common side effects

Most people tolerate Finasteride well, but it helps to know — and log — what to watch for:

  • Sexual side effects
  • Breast tenderness

What to track for Finasteride

  • Dose
  • PSA (it lowers PSA — note for screening)
  • Symptoms
  • Side effects

How Hamdosh helps with Finasteride

A medication is only as safe as the record around it. Hamdosh keeps every Finasteride prescription, dose change, and refill on one timeline — with the original script one tap away and a one-week outcome on each course. Search "what dose of Finasteride was I on last year?" and get the answer, with the source document, in seconds. Everything is encrypted at rest.

Frequently asked questions

What is Finasteride used for?

Finasteride is commonly used for: Enlarged prostate (BPH); Male-pattern hair loss. Your clinician prescribes it for your specific situation — always follow their instructions and the label.

What are the common side effects of Finasteride?

Frequently reported effects include Sexual side effects, Breast tenderness. Note any side effects in Hamdosh and tell your doctor or pharmacist — this list is general information, not medical advice.

How do I keep a record of Finasteride doses and changes?

Add each prescription to Hamdosh. It captures the dose, date, and prescriber, links to the original document, and lets you tap a one-week outcome so your Finasteride history shows what actually worked.

This page is general health information to help you organise your family’s records in Hamdosh. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always follow your clinician and the instructions on your prescription.

Keep your family's whole medical story in one place.

Hamdosh turns scattered prescriptions, labs, and visit notes into one private, searchable, outcomes-aware record.