Limited coverage drugs – finasteride

Last updated on August 26, 2024
Generic name finasteride
Strength  5 mg

Form

tablet      

Special Authority criteria

Approval period  

Diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia PLUS treatment failure or intolerance to alpha-blocking agents Indefinite 

Practitioner exemptions

  • None

Special notes

  • Finasteride for hair loss is not eligible for PharmaCare coverage.
  • Propecia® is not eligible for Special Authority.

Special Authority requests