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Hi all, After doing my own research I now seem to believe that Aurofina-1 is OK. Like most people, I have been taking Propecia, which is a great product, but is quite expensive so I looked for a cheaper alternative. I bought some ??generic Propecia' from Generic4all (website removed) and once it arrived, noticed the brand name Aurofina-1, so decided to do some research on it. The only thing I could find on the topic was this forum, as well as another forum (http://www.hairlosshelp.com/forums/messageview.cfm?catid=11&threadid=78823&FTVAR_MSGDBTABLE=) - with most people quite uncertain/nervous about the product. So I sent an email to the FDA, to Generic4all and to Aurochem Labortories (who make Aurofina-1) just to see what information came back. From the FDA: Dear ??my name', Thank you for writing to the Division of Drug Information in the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). Please note that the FDA can only provide information on approved drug product applications marketed in the U.S. We have no listing for such a product. The two approved products available on the U.S. market is Propecia by Merck and its generic equivalent product, Finasteride by Dr. Reddy's Lab Inc. For the U.S. approved listings, please go to drugs@fda site at http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/...rugsatfda/index.cfm, enter the product name and follow the instructions. Different countries approve drug products by different firms. Please contact the regulatory agency of the country in which the product has been approved for assistance on this matter. Best regards, Division of Drug Information LL Center for Drug Evaluation and Research Food and Drug Administration Essentially the FDA can only comment on FDA approved drugs in the USA, so this didn't provide much information. From Generic4all: Dear ??my name', Thank you for ordering with Generic4All. May I start by saying that we take our clients very seriously and I will personally make sure you will receive the best service. I would also like to point out that, although there are many cheaper versions of generic drugs available, we still choose to offer only the best Generic Propecia, which is manufactured by Aurochem Lab or Cipla, depending on Availability or shipping location, and is well known and recognized with FDA approval for its facilities and mutual manufacturing agreements. The generic Finasteride 1Mg you received is identical to Propecia. Finasteride Aurochem Lab Aurofina-1 We can also provide COA (Certificate of Analysis) for the drug you ordered. Each batch manufactured for Generic4All receives a COA (actual certificate) from a third party, independent from both Generic4All and the manufacturer. If for some reason you are not happy with your order we can send you again the very same drug from a totally different manufacturer. We have opened a support ticket for your order and should you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to contact me anytime. Best Regards, Carla David -Generic4All Support Team- (website removed) Toll free number(number removed) Generic4all gave me a standard response (they must give this response to everyone as its also posted on the other forum). Their above response & their website both confirm that the generic Propecia will be made by either Cipla (who produce Finpecia) or Aurochem Labs (which product Aurofina-1), so they are not hiding anything there. Granted, there is much more information on Finpecia and you can purchase it from multiple sellers online. One of the sellers I found is (http://www.inhousepharmacy.com/hair-loss/finpecia.html). If you look at the picture on this site, and using some eye judgement, you will see that it looks exactly like the Aurofina-1 packet ??“ same size, shape, colour of writing etc. There is also some ??General Information about Finpecia' on that website that states why its produced in India, just like Aurofina-1 is. From Aurochem Laboratories: IT IS GENUINE PRODUCT Thanking you, Best Regards Dipak Desai-Director (number removed) Aurochem Laboratories(India) Pvt. Ltd. 333, Gundecha Industrial complex, Akurli Road, Near Big Bazaar, Kandivali(E), Mumbai-400101.INDIA Tel : (telephone removed); Fax : (fax removed) Website : (website removed) This is the contact person on the Aurochem website. Despite being only a 1 line response, it's positive. So to summarise, personally I don't think this is a sham. Generic4all has a professional website, had good email communication after purchase, and the goods arrived within the stipulated timeframe. Aurochem Labs is a completely different entity, and I also don't believe they are a sham operation. The Aurofina-1 (by Aurochem Labs) name doesn't have as much coverage as Finpecia (by Cipla), but both are made in India and look identical. For anyone still concerned about Aurofina-1, then possibly purchase Finpecia on the next occasion. I hope this helps everyone somewhat. SW