Boryeong Finasteride Tablet 5 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Finasteride should be taken orally at a dose of 5 mg once daily, regardless of meals. Even if symptoms improve after 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 careful not to touch broken pieces of this medication. This is because it contains active ingredients that can affect male fetuses. Mood changes or symptoms of depression may occur, so if such symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Individuals allergic to this medication or its components should not use it. Particularly, those with lactose intolerance, soy oil, bean, or peanut allergies should avoid administration. Patients with impaired liver function or lipid metabolism issues should use this medication cautiously. Some patients may experience side effects related to sexual function, so if such symptoms occur, they should inform their healthcare provider. There have been rare reports of breast cancer occurrence with prolonged use; however, a clear correlation has not yet been established. In clinical trials, this medication may slightly increase the risk of prostate cancer, so regular examinations are required. This medication has few interactions with other drugs, but if other medications are being taken, inform the healthcare provider. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, as exposure during pregnancy may cause abnormalities in male fetuses. The safety for children has not been confirmed, so it is not used. Elderly patients can use this medication without special dose adjustments, but precautions are necessary depending on their condition. This medication lowers prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so be sure to consider this when interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but it is important to adhere to the recommended dosage. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions, rash (if it corresponds to severe skin adverse reactions)

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• reduced ejaculation
• ejaculation disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• itching
• muscle pain
• myasthenia gravis

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and should ideally be kept at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP*3)]