Minofecia Tablet 1 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Typically, finasteride is administered orally at a dose of 1 mg once daily, irrespective of meals. Generally, treatment must be continued for more than 3 months to observe therapeutic effects, and continuous intake is recommended to maintain efficacy. The duration of treatment and effectiveness should be evaluated continuously.

This medication should not be administered to pediatric patients or females. Especially, pregnant women or women who could become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as it may harm the fetus. This medication may cause mental side effects such as depression or mood changes; therefore, you should consult a doctor immediately if such symptoms occur. Pregnant women must not take this medication, as it poses a risk for abnormal development of male fetuses' genitalia. Patients with allergic reactions or specific genetic lactose issues, or those allergic to soy or peanuts should not take this medication. Patients with liver function problems or lipid metabolism disorders should be cautious when using this medication and adjust the dosage as directed by their physician if necessary. During treatment, sexual side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders may occur. If these symptoms are severe, consult a doctor, as symptoms often improve after discontinuation of the drug. Breast-related issues such as breast tenderness or enlargement can occur during treatment, so it is important to inform your doctor immediately if there are changes in the breasts. This medication may influence the risk of prostate cancer; therefore, males over 55 should have regular check-ups, and caution is needed in interpreting PSA test results. No clinically significant interactions with other medications have been reported, but inform your doctor if you are taking other medications. There is no specific antidote for overdose; therefore, it is vital to adhere to the prescribed dosage, and if an overdose is suspected, visit a healthcare institution immediately. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it can compromise quality. Finally, the effects of this medication on the elderly have not been adequately researched, so seniors should follow a physician's instructions if taking this medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face), allergic reactions, depression, suicidal thoughts

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculation disorders (decreased semen)
• breast tenderness and enlargement
• testicular pain
• blood disorders
• orgasm difficulties
• male infertility
• decreased semen quality
• muscle pain

This medication should be stored in a place that is not exposed to moisture, and the temperature should be maintained between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Additionally, storing it in a sealed container can help maintain the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Brownish yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*3], 90 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*9]