Hair Loss Treatment Delivered to Your Doorstep

Typically, men begin losing hair from around their temples (which causes a receding hairline) or from the crown of their head. It’s commonly known as male pattern baldness. Hair loss is also called androgenetic alopecia. So, don't be confused by the terminology here; it all means precisely the same thing. It’s the most common form of hair loss in men and can be treated.

In rarer cases, a man may lose all of his hair. Sometimes this occurs because of anxiety, an illness, iron deficiency, or cancer treatment. (1,4)

Hair loss tablets online are now available. The most effective hair loss medication for men is called Finasteride. This increases hair growth and prevents further hair loss. Finasteride is the generic version of Propecia. It's much cheaper than Propecia, yet it's just as effective. Both medications come in 1mg doses. (2,3,4)

Finasteride is a medicine for men and shouldn't be taken by women or children. It's possible to obtain a prescription for Finasteride or Propecia on the web just after completing a short online health questionnaire. This is assessed, and if you’re suitable for either medication, a prescription is issued. (2,3,4)

Tablets can be taken daily with or without food. Long term use of hair loss medication is recommended. It can take as long as three to six months to see any noticeable improvement. Also, if a person stops taking these tablets, its positive effects start disappearing after --- 9 to 12 months. (2,3,4)

Although there can be side effects, they're uncommon. Some people experience a dip in sex drive, a rash, tender or swollen breasts and an increased heartbeat. It’s always important to read the patient information leaflet that comes with the medicine just in case. It's equally important to fill out the online medical questionnaire comprehensively. (3,4)

1. NHS hair Loss [cited 4 January 2018]. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hair-loss/

2. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) hair loss prognosis [cited July 2018]. Available at: https://cks.nice.org.uk/alopecia-androgenetic-male#!backgroundSub:1 

3. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC) Finasteride 1mg [cited August 2018]. Available at: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.791.pdf 

4. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC) Propecia 1mg [cited September 2018]. Available at: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2194.pdf 

Why nitrofurantoin for cystitis? the burning question!

We have changed to Nitrofurantoin(brand name Macrobid) as first line treatment for women with lower urinary tract infection (also called cystitis)due to the NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) guidelines for women who do not have a catheter. It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance.(1)

Previously Trimethoprim was recommended as first line treatment but developing resistance to it’s effectiveness has meant that Nitrofurantoin may be the preferred choice. It depends on your geographical location and your kidney function.

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What are the best value erectile dysfunction pills?

The cheapest erectile dysfunction (ED) pills are generic Viagra, called Sildenafil.

What is a generic drug?

The term "generic" refers to the active ingredient of a medicine or drug rather than to the advertised brand name under which the medicine is sold. It is a term referring to any drug marketed under its chemical name without advertising.

Pfizer made the original Viagra tablet that is often referred to as the “blue pill”. The patent expired in 2013 which then allowed other pharmaceutical manufactures to make a generic version under the name of the active ingredient called Sildenafil. They are exactly the same medically and perform in the same way with the same side-effects.

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Period drama on holiday? what would lady crawley think

This week’s blog is from our guest blogger Hanna, reminiscing about her summer holiday and how Aunt Flo tried to ruin it.

Well we’re into the last days of summer and as I was barbequing at the weekend in my puffy coat and bobble hat (slight exaggeration but I feel the summer’s getting shorter each year), I was wistfully thinking back to my summer holidays…

I’m renowned for leaving everything to the last minute and my holiday plans are no different. Whilst the holiday might have been booked months in advance, the panic buying of hair products, sunscreen and hangover remedies were being done in a supermarket-sweep style rush during my lunch break, on the Friday before we were due to fly.

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epididymitis: “a real ball ache!”

Epididymitis is a painful condition which affects men and has several causes, with a major cause being sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly in men under the age of 35. Most cases can be resolved with a course of antibiotics. (1)

What is epididymitis?

Epididymitis is the medical term for inflammation of the epididymis, which is a tube which runs along the back of the testicle. Both testicles have an epididymis and it is possible for one or both to become inflamed. When the condition also affects the testicles themselves, it can be known as epididymo-orchitis (orchitis means inflammation of the testicle(s)). (1)

What are the symptoms of epididymitis?
Epididymitis symptoms can include:

• Pain in one or both testicles (the onset of epididymitis pain can be sudden or gradual)
• A painful, swollen, tender scrotum which can feel hot to the touch
• Fluid collecting around the testicle(s), giving a swollen or lumpy appearance and feel
• Trouble passing urine
• Discharge from the tip of the penis - this can be white, yellow or green, which signals an infection (1)

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STD testing experience

Our returning guest blogger Hanna, 35, today talks about her experience getting STI tested.

Well I never thought my last boyfriend and I were destined to be together forever, but we’d fallen into a comfy routine of watching box sets whilst eating take away. Plus, we’d both reached our mid-thirties and were cohabitating in relative contentment; or so I thought…

When I found out that his ‘work’ nights out were a string of one-night Tinder hook ups I suddenly had that dread that he’d left me with more than just the outstanding rent; so I started looking online for ways I could get tested, sharpish, and without anyone finding out.

It’s a mine field. The local G.U.M. (Genito-Urinary Medicine; and yes, I had to look it up) clinics open no longer than three hours at a time and the slots that are by appointment only are notoriously difficult to call through and get booked on to. I looked at the NHS home test kit, but due to a staff back log it would take 14 days to send me a kit out and then I wouldn’t get the results for 3-4 weeks. Well, the thought of what I could potentially be harbouring in my nether regions meant that I wanted results in days, not weeks, and certainly not over a month – so I tootled off to my local walk-in clinic.

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No need to suffer in silence

A man can have persistent problems achieving or sustaining an erection, making it near-on impossible for them to have sex, for all sorts of physical and emotional reasons. In fact, today, 50% of men aged 40-70 experience ED. It’s commonly associated with high blood pressure, obesity, high cholesterol, medicinal causes, post prostate surgery and lifestyle factors. Other reasons include stress, anxiety, tiredness and drinking too much alcohol. (1, 2, 3)

Erectile dysfunction doesn’t have to be permanent, although it can be experienced intermittently. The most important thing to do is to identify if there is an underlying medical condition that can be treated such as diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol. However, although it’s very important to identify and treat these conditions sometimes the medication used can exacerbate the situation and make the ED even worse.   

There is help at hand though as ED is a condition that can be very simple to treat. Men can take tablets that can dramatically improve their erection. Sildenafil (the generic and cheaper version of Viagra) or Tadalafil (sold under the brand name of Cialis) are very successful at treating ED in the majority of men. 

Other medications include Levitra and Spedra. (1, 3, 4)
You may have to experiment with the different remedies available in order to find the one that suits you best.

Changes to regulations now mean that you no longer need to visit your GP to obtain an ED remedy, but you’ll still need to have an online consultation with a medical professional before you can obtain ED pills. It’s important to declare if you’re taking any other medications, especially nitrates which can have fatal consequences when taken with ED pills. This is because they may produce a fatal lowering of blood pressure. It’s also strongly advisable for anyone taking ED pills to read the patient information leaflet provided. (1)

Whichever Erectile Dysfunction medication is prescribed for you, it can be delivered the next working day, with a one-hour time slot to your door or at a designated pick-up point.


1.NHS Erectile dysfunction (impotence) [cited 16 August 2017] Available at:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/erection-problems-erectile-dysfunction/
2.British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) Erectile dysfunction (impotence)    Available at:
https://www.baus.org.uk/patients/conditions/3/erectile_dysfunction_impotence/
3.National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Erectile dysfunction [cited   December 2017]. Available at: https://cks.nice.org.uk/erectile-dysfunction#search?q=erectile%20dysfunction and https://cks.nice.org.uk/erectile-dysfunction#!scenario 
4.NHS Sildenafil (including Viagra) [cited 22 January 2019]. Available at:
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/sildenafil-viagra/