Fincar Tablet

Last Updated: December 27, 2025

Product Name Fincar
Active Ingredient Finasteride
Effect AGA improvement
Strength 5mg
Delivery Time 7~14 days
Target Gender Male
Manufacturer Cipla Ltd
Estimated Delivery: If you pay today, it will delivered by Jan 27 – Feb 1
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Product details of Fincar

Fincar is a generic version of Proscar.

It contains the active ingredient finasteride, which 98% of people realized that they had improved thinning hair and increased hair.

It suppresses the action of dihydrotestosterone, which is the cause of AGA, and normalizes the hair cycle.

This effect prevents hair loss and hair loss on the head, delays the progress of hair loss, and promotes hair growth.

This product is recommended for those who feel that the cost of treatment with the original drug is a burden because it can be purchased at a lower price than the original drug.

Fincar Effect

Finasteride, the active ingredient in Fincar , reduces the production of androgen (DHT), which is the direct cause of AGA.

This action improves the disorder of the hair cycle, delays the progression of AGA, and can be expected to have a hair-growth effect.

Estimated effect of Fincar

The effect may appear in 3 months at the earliest, but it is usually said that the effect will appear in 6 months.

We recommend that you treat it carefully without being impatient.

Fincar indications

Fincar is effective for the symptoms of AGA (male pattern baldness).

  • Those who suffer from AGA
  • Those who feel that hair loss has increased
  • Those who feel that their hair has become thinner
  • Those who want to strengthen their hair and increase the amount of hair
  • Those who want to use a safe hair growth agent
  • Those who have not been effective with AGA treatments such as Propecia and those who suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia

Fincar active ingredient

Finasteride, the active ingredient in Finasteride, suppresses the action of 5α-reductase and reduces the amount of DHT, which is the direct cause of AGA.

This function improves the disorder of the hair cycle and supports the hair to grow firmly.

Pharmaceutical company

Cipla Ltd. is an Indian-based pharmaceutical company with a history of more than 80 years.
We manufacture cheap AIDS treatments for HIV patients in emerging countries.

How to take Fincar

Take 1 tablet once a day with about 1 glass of water or lukewarm water.

It is okay to take it before or after meals, but you can feel the effect more by taking it at the same time every day.

If you miss a dose, take it when you notice it.

Recommended dose of Fincar

For male adults, it is usually recommended to administer 0.2 mg of finasteride once daily.

The amount can be increased as needed, but the upper limit is 1 mg per day.

At the earliest, the effect may be exhibited by daily administration for 3 months.

It usually requires daily administration for 6 months until the effect appears.

In addition, it is recommended to take it continuously to maintain the effect.

Precautions when taking Fincar

Dietary Effects

When finasteride 0.2 mg and 1 mg were orally administered to healthy adults once daily for 7 days within 30 minutes after meals, the AUC and Cmax on the 7th day of administration were approximately between fasting and postprandial administration. It will be the same value.

Clinical trials have reported no dietary effects.

Precautions related to dosage and administration Although the effect may be exhibited by daily administration for 3 months, it is usually said that daily administration for 6 months is required until the effect appears.

Also, take it continuously to maintain the effect. In addition, the enhancement of the effect by increasing the dose is not recognized.

If the progression of androgenetic alopecia is not delayed even after administration of this drug for 6 months or longer, discontinue administration. In addition, even if you administer for 6 months or more, check the effect regularly and consider the necessity of continuous administration.

Fincar side effects

There may be sexual side effects like low libido, erectile problems, ejaculation issues, or reduced semen volume. These were mainly genital side effects seen in clinical trials. However, they occurred in less than about 5% of people, so the risk is considered relatively low.

Precautions when using Fincar

The following people should be careful about taking.

  • Patients with hepatic dysfunction This drug is mainly metabolized in the liver.
  • It has not been confirmed to be safe when administered to patients with hepatic dysfunction.
    Please consult your doctor before taking.
  • Infants, children, and elderly (65+) should use it only with medical advice.
  • People with weak immune systems need close doctor supervision.

How to store the Fincar

  • Store at room temperature (1–30 °C)
  • Keep out of reach of children and pet.
  • Keep away from direct sunlight, moisture.
  • Do not refrigerate
  • Do not use after the expiry date
  • For half-tablets, wrap in foil or store in a sealed pill box to prevent moisture damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fincar 5mg?

Fincar 5mg contains finasteride. It is mainly used in men to treat an enlarged prostate (BPH).

What does Fincar 5mg do?

It shrinks the prostate and helps with symptoms like: Weak urine flow, Frequent urination, Night-time urination.

How does Fincar 5mg work?

It lowers DHT (dihydrotestosterone) — the hormone that causes prostate enlargement.

Does Fincar 5mg affect PSA tests?

Yes — it lowers PSA levels, so always tell your doctor you are taking Fincar.

Pack Size

100 Tablets, 200 Tablets, 300 Tablets

Brand

Cipla

About Cipla (Pharmaceutical company)


Cipla Limited is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical company, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Cipla primarily develops medicines to treat respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, depression and many other medical conditions. Cipla, as an organisation has been built brick-by-brick on the foundation of care. Caring For Life has always been and continues to remain, our guiding purpose. Driven by the same purpose, we have extended our presence to 80+ countries providing over 1,500 products across various therapeutic categories in 50+ dosage forms. To make healthcare more affordable globally, we are deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S. among other economies of the emerging world. For over eight decades, making a difference to patients has inspired every aspect of Cipla’s work. Our paradigm-changing offer of a triple anti-retroviral therapy in HIV/AIDS at less than a dollar a day in Africa in 2001 is widely acknowledged as having contributed to bringing inclusiveness, accessibility and affordability to the centre of the HIV movement. A responsible corporate citizen, Cipla’s humanitarian approach to healthcare in pursuit of its purpose of Caring for Life and deep-rooted community links wherever it is present, make it a partner of choice for global health bodies and stakeholders.
Company Name Cipla
location Mumbai, India
Year of establishment 1935
Representative Umang Vohra (CEO)
Official Website https://www.cipla.com/

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