Monarid Tablets 1 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Generally, Finasteride is taken orally at a dose of 1 mg once a day, regardless of meals. Generally, it takes at least 3 months of continuous use to observe therapeutic effects, and it is recommended to continue taking the medication to maintain therapeutic effects. The treatment duration and efficacy should be evaluated continuously. If discontinuation occurs, the therapeutic effect will disappear within 12 months.

This medication should not be used by children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as it can be harmful to a male fetus. During the course of this medication, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur, and if such symptoms arise, it is important to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Pregnant women must not take this medication as it carries the risk of causing abnormalities in the external genitalia of male fetuses. Patients with a known allergy to this medication or those taking similar medications, as well as those with lactose intolerance or specific food allergies, should not use this medication. Patients with impaired liver function or those with issues related to lipid metabolism should use this medication cautiously and it is advisable to regularly monitor blood lipid levels. This medication may cause side effects related to sexual function, which usually recover after discontinuation, but rarely may persist. It is crucial to inform healthcare professionals immediately if symptoms such as breast pain, enlargement, or lumps occur during the use of this medication. No significant interactions with other medications have been reported; however, it is important to inform healthcare professionals of any concurrent medications being taken. This medication may affect prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels during blood tests, so careful interpretation of test results is necessary. While there is no specific antidote for overdose, the possibility of serious side effects may arise and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is safe to keep the packaging unchanged. Elderly patients do not require dosage adjustments; however, it is important to note that the effectiveness of this medication has not been sufficiently proven in elderly patients.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders (reduced semen volume), myalgia, muscle weakness, depression, anxiety, breast tenderness and enlargement, testicular pain, hematospermia, orgasm disorders, male infertility, decreased quality of semen, breast cancer, heartburn, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzyme levels, rash, itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets x 3 PTP)