Finasteride Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

For Finasteride, take 5 mg once daily orally, regardless of meal. Even if symptoms improve upon administration, a minimum treatment duration of 6 months is necessary.

This medication should not be used by children or women. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should be cautious not to touch broken or crushed pieces of this medication, as it contains an active ingredient that may affect male fetuses. Psychiatric symptoms such as mood changes or depression may occur, and immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required if such symptoms arise. Individuals with allergies to this medication or its components should not use it. Patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should also avoid this medication. Patients with liver function issues should use this medication cautiously, and attention is needed if they are allergic to specific pigments contained in this drug. Generally, this medication has mild and temporary side effects, but there have been reports of erectile dysfunction or other sexual dysfunction, so caution is warranted. Rarely, with long-term use, breast abnormalities or an increased risk of prostate cancer may occur, necessitating regular check-ups. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should never take this medication, and care should be taken, especially to avoid contact with broken pieces of this medication. Nursing mothers are also advised not to use this medication. Its safety in children has not been established, so it should not be used. It can be used in the elderly without dose adjustment, but therapeutic effects may not be immediate, thus consistent intake is necessary. There are almost no drug interactions with this medication, but if unusual symptoms arise during use, healthcare professionals should be informed. During treatment with this medication, PSA levels for prostate cancer screening may decrease, necessitating caution in the interpretation of test results. No specific treatment is available for overdose, but it is important to adhere to the recommended dosage. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and not transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, rash (severe rash with high fever), skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever and respiratory disturbances, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headaches, lightning headaches, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis,

Mild side effects

Mood changes, depression, suicidal thoughts, sexual dysfunction-related adverse reactions (erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, ejaculatory dysfunction, decreased semen volume), breast enlargement, breast tenderness, rash, muscle pain, weakness, testicular pain, blood in urine, male infertility, male breast cancer, dyspepsia, constipation, dry mouth, itching, dizziness, headache, fatigue, otitis media, abnormal liver function, allergic reactions, tingling in both hands

This medicine is sensitive to light and should be stored in a light-resistant container. Additionally, it is important to store the medication at room temperature, specifically between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain safety.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 3)