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Short answer: For a turn-key subscription the cheapest legit option is usually Keeps (generic finasteride 1 mg ≈ $15/month as of 2024). However the absolute cheapest route is usually: get a prescription (from a telehealth visit or your PCP) and fill it at a low-cost pharmacy using coupons (GoodRx/Walmart/Costco) — that can often bring cost down to single‑digit or low‑teens dollars per month.
Details and options
- Keeps — often the lowest-price subscription service for finasteride (generic 1 mg) with recurring delivery and included telehealth screening. Good if you want a simple, low‑cost subscription.
- Hims — another large, reputable telehealth + subscription provider (usually a bit more than Keeps). Good if you want broader product selection or brand familiarity.
- Roman (Ro) — reputable, similar to Hims; typically not the absolute cheapest but reliable telemedicine and support.
- Lemonaid Health — sometimes cheaper for single fills and straightforward telehealth; worth checking if you prefer pay‑as‑you‑go renewal rather than a locked subscription.
- DIY cheapest method — get a prescription (telehealth or your doctor) and fill at a discount pharmacy:
- Use GoodRx coupons or fill at Walmart/Costco mail order/local pharmacies. Generic finasteride 1 mg frequently falls into low single‑digit to low‑teens USD per month when filled through these channels, which can beat subscription prices.
- Mail‑order pharmacies (Costco, pharmacy chains) often give better per‑month pricing for 90‑day supplies.
Important safety notes
- Finasteride requires a prescription. Legit providers will do a medical screening/telehealth consult before prescribing.
- Be aware of possible side effects (sexual side effects, mood changes) and of teratogenic risk — women who are or may become pregnant must not handle crushed/chewed tablets.
- If you want, I can (1) compare current advertised prices for Keeps/Hims/Roman/Lemonaid in your ZIP code, or (2) walk you through getting a prescription and using GoodRx to find the cheapest local fill. Which would you prefer?