Hair Loss Treatment

Hair loss in men is also called male pattern baldness. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as stress and genetics.

An increase in the hormone DHT is believed to be the cause of hair loss.

When over the counter creams and sprays do not work, prescription tablets are the next option to preventing hair loss and male pattern baldness.

Prescription tablets come in a special 1mg strength designed to be used for hair loss. You can buy hair loss treatment tablets online from reputable online pharmacies like e-Surgery.

Like with all prescription medication, there is always the potential for side effects. Some of the unwanted side effects of hair less treatment medications include:

• itching or skin rash
• burning, stinging, or redness at the application site
• growth and darkening of body hair

Hair loss tablets come in a low 1mg strength designed to be used for hair loss and minimise side effects. However, some men can be sensitive to this medication and suffer side effects such as mood swings and sexual problems. An e-Surgery prescriber will make sure that the medication is right for you. If you have any questions, please use our Ask-a-Pharmacist service to speak to a registered Pharmacist.

Most men aged 18 years old or over can take Hair Loss Treatment.

It’s generally not recommended for women or children.

Hair loss treatments are not suitable for some people. To make sure it’s safe for you, tell a doctor if you:

• have ever had an allergic reaction to hair loss treatments or any other medicine
• have severe bladder problems
• have liver problems

Only very small amounts of treatment are present in semen. If you’re pregnant and your partner takes hair loss treatment, it’s very unlikely that this will cause any harm to you or your baby.

Some men taking Hair Loss Treatment have reported test results showing that they had poor sperm quality or were infertile. This is not a common side effect and your sperm usually returns to normal after you stop taking the treatment.

There is no evidence to suggest that drinking moderate levels of alcohol with Hair Loss Treatments will cause adverse effects.

St John’s wort (a herbal remedy sometimes taken to help with depression) might stop hair loss treatment tablets working as well as intended.

There’s not enough information to say that other complementary medicines, herbal remedies and supplements are safe to take with Hair Loss Treatment. They’re not tested in the same way as pharmacy and prescription medicines. They’re generally not tested for the effect they have on other medicines.

Always consult your GP or pharmacist if you are unsure if the medication you are taking will be ok with hair loss treatment tablets and topical solutions.

Yes! Hair Loss Treatment can be brought from trusted online pharmacies, such as e-Surgery.

E-Surgery uses Royal Mail delivery, with choices starting from Royal Mail Tracked 48, Royal Mail 24 and Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm (discover more about e-Surgery delivery).

When you buy Hair Loss Treatment online, they will arrive at a delivery address of your choice in discreet, recyclable packaging. 

When storing Hair Loss Treatment, keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date, which is stated on the blister and carton after ‘EXP’. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. This medicine does not require any special storage conditions. Do not use this medicine if you notice visible signs of deterioration.

When disposing of hair loss treatment, do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.

You can find more information on hair loss treatment through the information leaflet online or in the packaging.

Alternatively, you can use our completely free Ask-a-Pharmacist service if you require extra support. We are always happy to help!