| Active substance |
Finasteride |
| Also known as |
MK-906 |
| Blood pressure |
No significant effect on blood pressure |
| Category |
Categories |
| Chemical name |
N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-4-aza-5О±-androst-1-ene-17ОІ-carboxamide |
| Dosage |
1 Mg |
| Dosage (medical) |
1 mg daily for androgenetic alopecia, 5 mg daily for benign prostatic hyperplasia |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used in sports for performance enhancement |
| Dosage Unit |
Tabs |
| ean13 |
1375177128703 |
| Effects |
Reduces serum and scalp dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels |
| FORM |
Oral |
| Formula |
C23H36N2O2 |
| Half-life |
5-6 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk of hepatotoxicity |
| Lab Test |
May affect PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels |
| Main action |
Inhibits the enzyme 5О±-reductase |
| Reference |
DRI22 |
| Side effects |
Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders, breast tenderness and enlargement |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, protect from moisture and light |
| Substance class |
5О±-reductase inhibitor |
| Tab Piece |
50 Tabs |
| Trade name |
Proscar, Propecia |
| Use in sports |
Not commonly used for sports performance, may be used by athletes to control hair loss |
| Water Retention |
No significant effect on water retention |
| Packing |
Blister |
