UK supply status for Finasteride — used for enlarged prostate and hair loss
Source data checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC
No current notice
No current notice — there is no active shortage notice for Finasteride in official DHSC / NHSBSA data (official data last checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC). Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy. This covers DHSC supply notices for community pharmacies and NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols; a supplier stock problem can affect pharmacies before a notice is issued.
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Where to get Finasteride
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No current shortage notice. Finasteride has no active shortage notice in official DHSC / NHSBSA data. Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy.
About Finasteride
Finasteride is used for treating an enlarged prostate, and hair loss in men (male pattern baldness) (source: NHS medicines A to Z).
Based on the latest DHSC and NHSBSA data, Finasteride does not currently have an active shortage notification. Supply situations can change — sign up for MediWatch alerts to be notified immediately if this changes.
What is Finasteride used for?
Finasteride is used for treating an enlarged prostate, and hair loss in men (male pattern baldness) (source: NHS medicines A to Z).
What should I do if I can't get Finasteride?
If your pharmacy cannot supply Finasteride, ask them to check alternative suppliers. Your GP may also prescribe a suitable therapeutic alternative.