Alopecia Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Typically, finasteride is taken orally at a dose of 1 mg once daily, and it can be taken without regard to meals. There is no evidence to suggest that increasing the dose enhances efficacy. Generally, treatment effects can be observed after taking it for more than 3 months, and it is recommended to continue taking it for maintaining treatment effects. The treatment duration and efficacy should be continuously evaluated. Discontinuation of use will result in the disappearance of treatment effects within 12 months.

This medication should not be administered to children or women. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication. For pregnant women, this medication may pose a significant risk as it can affect the development of male fetus genitalia. Therefore, it should absolutely not be taken during pregnancy, and if pregnancy is confirmed while taking it, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. During treatment with this medication, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur, so mental status should be carefully monitored. If symptoms such as depressed mood or suicidal thoughts occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Patients with liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution, as side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems may occur. These symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals. This medication is used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, and prolonged use has been associated with side effects such as breast tenderness, enlargement, rash, and muscle pain. Additionally, there have been rare reports of male breast cancer, requiring caution. Routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests should be conducted while taking this medication, as it may lower PSA levels, thus care should be taken when interpreting test results. There is no specific treatment for overdose, but care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dose. This medication has relatively few interactions with other drugs, but if you are taking any other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. When storing, keep it out of reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers. Finally, the efficacy of this medication has not been sufficiently demonstrated in elderly patients, thus caution is advised when administering it to older individuals.

Serious side effects

Hives, hypersensitivity reactions, and angioedema (swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculatory disorder (reduced semen)
• breast tenderness and enlargement
• testicular pain
• hematospermia
• orgasm disorder
• anxiety
• dizziness
• headache

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that allows for good air circulation, avoiding humid areas, and kept at a temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's efficacy and ensure safe use.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow film-coated tablet with a convex hexagonal shape on both sides

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP×3), 90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP×9)