Hair Loss

Hair Loss Treatment

At 24 HR Pharmacy

Hair loss (often called male pattern baldness) usually appears as a receding hairline, thinning at the crown, or general thinning on top of the scalp. It's very common, largely driven by genetics and hormones, and can have a real impact on confidence.

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Why choose 24 HR Pharmacy

At 24 HR Pharmacy, you can request proven prescription hair loss treatments online and have them delivered discreetly to your door. Every request is reviewed by a UK-registered prescriber to check that treatment is safe and appropriate for you.

Genuine UK medicines only – supplied via a licensed UK pharmacy
No face-to-face appointment needed – secure online questionnaire
Plain packaging – no mention of hair loss or medication on the outside
Clear guidance – if treatment isn't suitable, we'll advise what to do next

Hair loss can sometimes be due to other medical conditions, medications, stress, or scalp disease. Our prescribers will look at the pattern you describe and advise whether online treatment is suitable or whether you should see your GP instead.

Compare Your Options

Below is a simple comparison of the main treatments commonly used for male pattern hair loss in this category.

	Finasteride 1mg (generic)	Propecia 1mg (brand)	Minoxidil 5% (lotion/foam)
Type of treatment	Prescription oral tablet taken once daily	Branded oral tablet (finasteride 1mg) taken once daily	Topical treatment applied directly to the scalp
How it works	Lowers levels of DHT, the hormone that causes genetically sensitive hair follicles to shrink	Same active ingredient and dose as generic finasteride – lowers DHT in the scalp	Helps increase blood flow to hair follicles and prolongs the hair growth phase
How to use	Swallow 1 tablet daily at roughly the same time each day	Swallow 1 tablet daily at roughly the same time each day	Apply to dry scalp once or twice daily (as directed in the product instructions)
Typical areas of benefit	Crown and mid-scalp thinning; may also help with receding areas if follicles are still active	Same as generic finasteride – crown and mid-scalp thinning	Thinning areas on the scalp (crown and vertex); can be used on other thinning areas as instructed
Time to see results	Usually 3–6 months of daily use for noticeable improvement; maximum benefit around 12 months	Same timeline as generic finasteride – several months for visible change	Often 2–4 months before early improvement; further gains with longer, consistent use
Ongoing use	Needs continuous daily use to maintain results; stopping usually leads to gradual loss of benefit	Same – long-term daily treatment if effective and well tolerated	Needs regular ongoing application; stopping usually leads to gradual return of hair loss
Common side effects	A small number of men report reduced sex drive, erection difficulties, or mood changes; see leaflet for full details	Similar side-effect profile to generic finasteride	Possible scalp irritation, dryness, itching, or unwanted hair growth on nearby skin if it runs/drips
Who it's for	Adult men with male pattern hair loss who are medically suitable for finasteride	Adult men who prefer a branded version of finasteride or whose prescriber recommends it	Adults with male pattern hair loss who prefer a non-tablet option or who are using it alongside tablets (if advised)
Who should avoid it	Not for women, anyone under 18, or men advised not to take it by a clinician	Same as generic finasteride	Not for use on broken/infected skin; not suitable for everyone with heart or blood pressure conditions – follow product and prescriber advice
Can it be combined?	May be used with topical minoxidil in some men, if advised by a prescriber	Same – combination use only under clinical guidance	Can sometimes be used together with finasteride; always follow prescriber or product guidance

Your prescriber will decide which option(s) are appropriate based on your medical history, pattern of hair loss, and preferences.

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Who Is Eligible?

Our online hair loss service is designed mainly for adult men with hereditary (genetic) hair loss, such as:

Gradual thinning at the crown
Receding hairline
Slow, progressive hair loss over months or years

You may not be suitable for online treatment if:

Your hair loss is sudden, patchy, or in clumps
You have scarring, pain, severe itching, or rash on the scalp
You've had recent unexplained weight loss, fatigue, or other worrying symptoms
Your hair loss started after a new medicine, illness, or major health event

In these situations, you should see your GP or a dermatologist for a full assessment.

Important safety points

You must not use oral hair loss tablets such as finasteride if:

You are female (finasteride 1mg is licensed for men with male pattern hair loss)
You are under 18
You're already taking a medicine that your prescriber identifies as incompatible
You've been told by a clinician that these medicines are not safe for you

Women who are pregnant, might become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not handle crushed or broken finasteride tablets, as they can potentially harm a developing male fetus.

Please answer the online questionnaire honestly and in full – this is essential for safe prescribing.

How Our Online Service Works

Quick Online Consultation

Complete a short, confidential questionnaire covering:

Your pattern and duration of hair loss
Your general health and medical history
Any medicines you're currently taking

This is similar to the questions you'd be asked in a face-to-face consultation.

Reviewed by a UK Prescriber

A UK-registered clinician reviews your answers to:

Confirm that your hair loss is likely male pattern hair loss
Check that treatments such as finasteride or topical minoxidil are safe for you
Identify any red-flag symptoms that may need a GP or specialist review

If online treatment isn't appropriate, we won't supply medication and we'll explain what you should do next.

Fast, Discreet Dispensing & Delivery

A private prescription is issued for the recommended hair loss treatment
Medicine is dispensed from our UK-registered pharmacy to full UK standards
Discreet parcels: No external product names on the box

If you're unsure how to use your treatment, or you're not seeing the results you expected after a few months, you can contact us for further advice and review.

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