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Finpecia Tablet
Finasteride (1mg)
Finpecia Tablet is used for hair loss.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹137₹9.16 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Finasteride (1mg)
Available variants: tablet tablet 15`S
Best price: ₹137 (₹9.16 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CIPLA LIMITED
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Finpecia Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Finpecia Tablet
Finpecia Tablet contains Finasteride (1mg). It belongs to the Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent class of medicines.
Uses of Finpecia Tablet
Hair loss
Key benefits
- In Hair loss Hair loss
- especially male pattern baldness
- leads to a gradual thinning of hair and a receding hairline. Finpecia Tablet helps slow down hair loss and promotes regrowth
- improving hair density and appearance over time.
How Finpecia Tablet works
Finpecia Tablet is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks the body's production of a male hormone in the scalp that stops hair growth, thereby reversing the balding process and preventing further hair loss.
How to take Finpecia Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Finpecia Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Finpecia Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause a fall in blood pressure and a racing heart when far too much is applied to the skin. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Finpecia Tablet
Most side effects of Finpecia are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Finpecia Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy UNSAFE |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving SAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Liver | Liver CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Topical minoxidil causes a burst of shedding in the first two to eight weeks. This is the old hair making way for new — it is expected, not a failure. Results take three to six months, and stop when you stop. This is a continuing treatment, not a cure. Finasteride must not be handled or taken by anyone who is pregnant or could become pregnant — it causes birth defects. Do not let a pregnant person handle broken or crushed tablets. Apply topical treatments to a dry scalp, not to hair, and wash your hands afterwards. Tell your doctor about any chest pain, dizziness, rapid heartbeat or sudden weight gain with minoxidil.
Do not take Finpecia if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use on inflamed, broken or sunburnt scalp.
Interactions with other medicines
Avoid applying other scalp products at the same time of day unless advised.
How to store Finpecia Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Finpecia Tablet
Finpecia Tablet is used to increase hair growth and prevent further hair loss in men with male pattern baldness (gradual thinning of hair with receding hairline or thinning on the top of the head). It can take 3 months or longer to see full benefits. Pregnant women, women of childbearing age, or those trying to conceive must not even touch crushed or broken capsules. If you discontinue the medicine, you may lose the hair you grew while on it. Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Finpecia Tablet.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- UROLOGY
- Drug class:
- Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent
- Chemical class:
- Androgen derivative
Substitutes for Finpecia Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Finasteride (1mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Finpecia Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finestop 1 mg TabletKAIZEN LABORATORIES PVT LTD.` | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 62% cheaper |
| Finalo TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹66 | 52% cheaper |
| Finabald 1 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹67 | 51% cheaper |
| Finast 1 TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹84 | 39% cheaper |
| Finax 1 mg TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 30`S | ₹391 | 185% more |
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Finpecia Tablet FAQs
What is Finpecia Tablet used for?
Finpecia Tablet is commonly used for Hair loss. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Finpecia Tablet?
Finpecia Tablet contains Finasteride (1mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Finpecia Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Finpecia Tablet work?
Finpecia Tablet is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor.
Is Finpecia Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Finpecia Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Finpecia Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Finpecia are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Finpecia Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy UNSAFE Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Finpecia.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Finpecia Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Finpecia Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Finpecia Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Finpecia Tablet habit forming?
No. Finpecia Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Finpecia Tablet?
Finestop 1 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹52 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Finpecia Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Finpecia Tablet starts at ₹137 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Finpecia Tablet?
Finpecia Tablet is manufactured by CIPLA LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Finpecia Tablet delivered?
Finpecia Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Finpecia Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Finasteride (1mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹137 (₹9.16 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- UROLOGY
- Drug class
- Hair growth stimulant / anti-dandruff agent
- Chemical class
- Androgen derivative
- Action class
- 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet tablet 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Finpecia Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Finpecia Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.