Propecia: Price and Brand Availability
Propecia is a brand-name prescription tablet for male pattern hair loss. Unlike finasteride products used for an enlarged prostate, Propecia has one strength — 1 mg — and is taken once a day. For someone comparing the Propecia 1 mg price, the practical questions are fairly simple: whether the branded medicine is available, what a 30- or 90-tablet supply costs, and whether the prescription can be filled for the patient’s location.
Sweetwater Medical Center sends the submitted request through its pharmacy-assignment system. The licensed pharmacy assigned to the patient checks the prescription, confirms whether Propecia is available, identifies the actual package and NDC, provides the final price, and remains responsible for dispensing and shipping.
Propecia Product Details
| Medication | Propecia |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Finasteride |
| Product type | Brand-name prescription medication |
| Drug class | 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor |
| Dosage form | Film-coated oral tablet |
| Strength | 1 mg |
| Packager | Organon LLC |
| NDC — 30 tablets | 78206-152-01 |
| NDC — 90 tablets | 78206-152-02 |
| Prescription status | Prescription required |
The product image is illustrative. The assigned pharmacy confirms the package actually available before dispensing.
Propecia Availability
The amounts below are estimated starting cash prices for brand-name Propecia 1 mg based on current U.S. price references. They are useful for comparing a one-month supply with the larger 90-tablet bottle, but the pharmacy’s final quote can be higher or lower.
| Dosage | Package | Estimated price | Per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propecia 1 mg | 30 tablets | From $129.47 | From $4.32 |
| Propecia 1 mg | 90 tablets | From $336.69 | From $3.74 |
The final amount may vary according to the prescription, quantity, current Propecia inventory, insurance information and pharmacy assigned to fulfill the request.
If you already have a Propecia prescription, you can submit it with the request or ask whether an eligible transfer is possible. Men who need a new medical evaluation may select a $20 online consultation with Cody R. Christensen, DO, where available. A consultation does not guarantee that Propecia will be prescribed.
Prescription and account information is handled according to the Sweetwater Medical Center Privacy Statement.
What Propecia Is Used For
Propecia is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, also called androgenetic alopecia, in men. The medicine lowers dihydrotestosterone, or DHT, by blocking type II 5-alpha-reductase. DHT plays an important role in the gradual miniaturization of scalp hair follicles in men who are genetically susceptible to this type of hair loss.
The goal is not to create an instant burst of new hair. Propecia is a long-term treatment intended to slow continued loss and, in some men, increase hair growth while treatment continues. The clinical studies behind the approval focused mainly on men with mild to moderate thinning at the crown and anterior mid-scalp. Its effectiveness for recession at the temples has not been established.
Propecia 1 mg
This matters when comparing listings online. Brand-name Propecia is supplied as a 1 mg tablet for male pattern hair loss. A 5 mg finasteride tablet is not a higher-strength Propecia option and should not be presented as one.
The 5 mg strength of finasteride is associated with treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia under different product labeling, including Proscar. Cutting or substituting a different finasteride product is not something a patient should decide from a price table. The prescription should identify the treatment and dose the clinician intends to use.
What Results Can Men Expect From Propecia?
For many men, the first useful result is not dramatic regrowth but simply seeing less progression of hair loss. In the pivotal studies, men taking Propecia had better hair counts and photographic assessments than men receiving placebo, and the difference between the groups became more pronounced with continued treatment.
At 12 months, investigators rated 65% of men taking Propecia as having increased hair growth, compared with 37% of men receiving placebo. The longer-term studies also found that Propecia slowed continued loss over several years. Those numbers describe groups of study participants, not a guarantee of what one individual will see in the mirror.
Why Propecia Takes Months to Show a Difference
Hair grows slowly, so Propecia is not a treatment that can be judged after a week or two. The official label notes that daily use for at least three months is generally needed before benefit is seen. Clinical improvement appeared as early as three months in the studies, while changes in hair count were clearer at six and twelve months.
Continuous treatment matters. If Propecia is stopped, the effect does not remain permanently locked in; the FDA labeling states that withdrawal leads to reversal of the treatment effect within about 12 months. That makes the long-term cost relevant when deciding whether the branded product fits a patient’s budget.
How Much Does Brand Propecia Cost Without Insurance?
The Propecia cost without insurance varies more than the simple 1 mg dose might suggest. Current Propecia price guides put a 30-tablet bottle around the low-$100 range at the lower end of the market, while individual pharmacy retail prices can be higher. A 90-tablet supply generally costs more upfront but may reduce the price per tablet.
This is also one of the clearest differences between the brand and generic market. Generic finasteride is widely available at much lower cash prices, but that does not mean a generic price should be displayed as the price of Propecia. On this page, the commercial offer and price table refer to the Propecia brand.
Getting a Propecia Prescription and Filling the Brand
Men looking to buy Propecia online still need a valid prescription in the United States. The useful part of an online process is that the medical review, prescription transfer or pharmacy request can be handled without treating the drug like an over-the-counter hair product. If the patient specifically wants Propecia rather than another finasteride product, that preference should be clear before the prescription is dispensed.
Request Propecia 1 mg
Select the 1 mg branded medication and the displayed quantity that fits the prescription.
Provide the Prescription or Request an Evaluation
Submit a current prescription, request an eligible transfer or choose an available medical consultation if a new prescribing decision is needed.
The Request Is Matched to an Eligible Pharmacy
The system uses the patient’s ZIP code, pharmacy licensing and service coverage to identify a licensed pharmacy that can review the request.
The Pharmacy Checks Propecia Stock and Price
The pharmacy validates the prescription, confirms whether the requested Propecia package is available, checks inventory and the final amount, and handles dispensing and any permitted shipping option.
Where Propecia Has the Best Evidence for Hair Loss
Male pattern baldness does not look the same in every man. Some notice thinning at the crown, others lose density across the middle of the scalp, and some are mainly concerned about a receding hairline. The strongest clinical evidence for Propecia comes from men with mild to moderate vertex, or crown, hair loss and from men with thinning in the anterior mid-scalp.
The FDA label specifically says that effectiveness in bitemporal recession has not been established. That distinction is useful before paying for a long course of treatment: a clinician should first make sure the pattern of hair loss is consistent with androgenetic alopecia and that Propecia is a reasonable option for that pattern.
Sexual Side Effects Men Usually Ask About Before Starting Propecia
Sexual side effects are one of the main concerns people research before ordering Propecia. In the first year of controlled trials, decreased libido was reported in 1.8% of men taking Propecia versus 1.3% with placebo, erectile dysfunction in 1.3% versus 0.7%, and ejaculation disorder in 1.2% versus 0.7%. Most men in the trials did not report these problems, but they are part of the medication’s recognized risk profile.
Postmarketing reports have also included sexual dysfunction that continued after treatment was stopped. Because those reports come from voluntary reporting, their frequency cannot be calculated reliably. A man who notices persistent changes in libido, erections, ejaculation or fertility should discuss them with the clinician rather than simply continuing a medication he is uncomfortable taking.
Mood Changes, PSA Tests and Other Points Worth Knowing
Postmarketing reports for Propecia include depression, suicidal ideation and suicidal behavior. These reports do not establish how often the events occur or prove that finasteride caused every reported case, but mood changes should not be ignored. New depression, suicidal thoughts or a marked change in mental state requires prompt medical attention.
Propecia can also lower PSA levels, which matters when a PSA test is being interpreted. Men taking the medicine should tell the clinician responsible for prostate screening. The label also warns that women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle crushed or broken Propecia tablets because finasteride can be absorbed and may harm development of a male fetus. Intact tablets are coated, which prevents contact with the active ingredient during normal handling.
Medical Disclaimer
This page explains brand-name Propecia pricing, prescription access, expected treatment timeline and important safety information for men considering treatment for male pattern hair loss. It cannot determine whether a person’s hair loss is androgenetic alopecia or whether Propecia is the right treatment for that individual.
An online consultation does not guarantee a Propecia prescription online, and submitting a pharmacy request does not guarantee that a particular package is in stock or that the estimated price will be the final amount. Do not start, stop or change prescription finasteride without guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.
Frequently Asked Questions About Propecia
How much does Propecia 1 mg cost without insurance?
Current U.S. price references start around $129 for 30 brand-name Propecia 1 mg tablets, while pharmacy retail prices can be higher. The assigned pharmacy provides the final cash price before dispensing.
Where can I get brand-name Propecia online?
A Propecia request can be submitted through the Sweetwater pharmacy pathway and routed to an eligible licensed pharmacy. The pharmacy confirms whether the brand is available before filling the prescription.
Can I get a Propecia prescription online?
An online medical evaluation may be available to eligible patients. A licensed clinician decides whether Propecia is medically appropriate; completing the consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
Can a pharmacy fill Propecia for 90 tablets?
The official Propecia labeling includes both 30- and 90-tablet bottles. Whether a 90-tablet quantity can be filled depends on the prescription, pharmacy inventory and applicable dispensing requirements.
Can I order Propecia 5 mg for hair loss?
Propecia is a 1 mg finasteride tablet. A 5 mg finasteride product is not a higher-strength Propecia tablet and should not be selected as a substitute simply to change the dose or price.
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Pharmacist Review of Propecia Information
The information on this page including the Propecia 1 mg dosage form, indication for male pattern hair loss, treatment timeline, prescription requirements, sexual adverse effects, psychiatric postmarketing reports, PSA considerations and pregnancy-exposure warning was reviewed by Jeffrey Collins, PharmD, Pharmacist — Wyoming Pharmacist License 3836; NPI 1255701884.
This review covers the published medication information, not an individual prescription or pharmacy order. The pharmacy assigned to a request remains responsible for validating the prescription, confirming current Propecia inventory, identifying the finished package, providing the final price and dispensing the medication.
Last pharmacist review: 08.12.2026.