非那雄胺是医保报销药物吗？

It is currently the only oral drug approved by the FDA for the treatment of androgenic alopecia. In 1992, finasteride 5mg was launched on the market and was approved for the treatment of male prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), with the trade name Proscar.

Finasteride is a synthetic steroid compound that is a specific inhibitor of the intracellular enzyme (type II 5α reductase) involved in the metabolism of the androgen testosterone into dihydrotestosterone. Finasteride has no affinity for the androgen receptor and has no androgenic, antiandrogenic, estrogenic, antiestrogenic, or progestational effects. Inhibition of type II 5α reductase can hinder the conversion of testosterone into the androgen dihydrotestosterone in peripheral tissues, causing a significant decrease in dihydrotestosterone concentrations in serum and tissues. Compared with placebo, it can increase the level of testosterone in the blood circulation by about 10-15%, but it is still within the physiological range. Finasteride can rapidly reduce the concentration of dihydrotestosterone in the serum and significantly reduce it within 24 hours after administration.

Hair follicles contain type II 5α-reductase. In patients with male alopecia, the hair follicles in the bald area of the scalp become smaller, and dihydrotestosterone increases. Administration of finasteride reduces scalp and serum dihydrotestosterone concentrations in these patients. Men who are congenitally deficient in type II 5α-reductase do not suffer from male pattern baldness. These data and the results of clinical studies confirm that finasteride can inhibit the reduction of scalp hair follicles and reverse the process of hair loss.

Is finasteride a drug reimbursed by medical insurance?

(Propecia) is a Class B drug in medical insurance. Medical insurance Category B refers to Category B drugs, drugs for which the basic medical insurance fund has the ability to pay part of the cost. The reimbursement ratio will vary from place to place. It is recommended that patients consult the local medical insurance bureau for specific reimbursement prices.

Note: The above information comes from the Internet and is compiled and edited by Medical Companion Travel (please correct me if there are any errors or omissions). It is only to provide information on the latest drugs on the market in the world and help Chinese patients understand the latest international new drug trends. It is only for internal discussion among medical staff and does not serve as any basis for medication. For specific medication guidelines, please consult the attending physician.

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