Pasade Tablet 1mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Finasteride should be taken orally, 1 mg once a day, regardless of meals. Generally, treatment effects may be seen after taking the medication for at least 3 months, and it is recommended to continue taking the medication to maintain treatment effects. The treatment period and efficacy should be continuously evaluated. If treatment is discontinued, the effects will diminish within 12 months.

This medication should not be used by pediatric patients or women. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as it could be absorbed through the skin and harm a male fetus. During the use of this medication, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur, so immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is required if feelings of depression or thoughts of suicide arise. Pregnant women or women who could become pregnant must never take this medication, and it should also not be used by individuals with hypersensitivity. Additionally, it is not to be administered to patients who are already taking other 5α-reductase inhibitors. Individuals with genetic lactose intolerance, galactose intolerance, or allergies to soybean oil, beans, or peanuts should not use this medication. Patients with poor liver function or problems with fat metabolism should use this medication with caution. This medication can lead to side effects related to sexual function, including decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders. If these symptoms become severe, discontinuation of the medication and consulting a doctor is necessary. In most cases, symptoms recover upon discontinuation. This medication may cause abnormal reactions such as breast tenderness or enlargement, testicular pain, and even rare reports of breast cancer, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to medical personnel immediately. This medication may impact the risk of prostate cancer, thus regular examinations and PSA level tests are important to monitor the condition. This medication generally has a low interaction with other drugs, but it is advisable to consult with healthcare personnel when using it in combination with other medications. Animal studies during pregnancy have reported genital abnormalities in male fetuses, therefore pregnant women must never take this medication, and nursing mothers should also refrain from using it. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been fully established in children and the elderly, so caution is necessary. During the use of this medication, blood test results, particularly PSA levels, may change, and this should be considered when interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but serious side effects may occur with high doses, so caution is advised. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring to other containers should be avoided as it may compromise the quality of the medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash, depression, suicidal thoughts

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculation disorder
• decreased ejaculate volume
• breast tenderness and enlargement
• testicular pain
• blood in semen
• orgasm disorder
• anxiety
• dizziness

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that allows for good air circulation, avoiding humid locations. It should be kept in a cool place at an appropriate temperature between 15 to 30 degrees to maintain efficacy.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, double-convex, octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PPT [(10T X 3)]