Unasia Tablets (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Generally, finasteride is administered orally at a dose of 1 mg once daily, regardless of meals. Typically, at least 3 months of use is required to see therapeutic effects, and continuous use is recommended for maintaining the therapeutic effect. The treatment duration and efficacy should be evaluated continuously. If treatment is discontinued, the therapeutic effects will diminish within 12 months.

This medication should not be administered to pediatric patients or women. Particularly, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication. This medication can cause mood changes and depression, so if symptoms like depressed mood or suicidal thoughts occur, medical consultation should be sought immediately. Pregnant women should never take this medication as it can affect the development of male genitalia in a male fetus. Patients who have allergic reactions to this medication, are taking other 5α-reductase inhibitors, or have genetic lactose intolerance should not use it. Patients with impaired liver function should use this medication cautiously. While taking this medication, sexual side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor consulted. Some patients have reported side effects such as breast tenderness or enlargement, skin rash, muscle pain, and depression. If lumps or pain in the breasts or nipple discharge occur during treatment, medical attention should be sought immediately. This medication is reported to have no significant interactions with other drugs; however, if other medications are being taken, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is advised. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, as there is insufficient information regarding its safety. For elderly patients over 65, the efficacy of this medication is uncertain, but dose adjustments are not necessary. This medication may lower levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), requiring caution when interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, and it should be kept out of reach of children. This medication is not reported to have a significant cancer risk even with long-term use, but reproductive effects have been observed in some animal studies.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including severe swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash, depression, suicidal thoughts, male breast cancer

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculation disorders (decreased semen)
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• testicular pain
• blood in the semen
• orgasm disorders
• male infertility
• reduced semen quality

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Brownish yellow film-coated tablets with a biconvex octagonal shape

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/PTPX4)