Finasteride Tablets (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Administer finasteride at a dose of 5 mg once daily, regardless of meals. Treatment is required for at least 6 months even if symptoms improve during administration.

This medication should not be used by children or women. Especially, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid touching broken pieces of this medication. During the use of this medication, there may be occurrences of depression or mood changes; therefore, if such symptoms develop, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Individuals with allergies to this medication, as well as children, women, and pregnant individuals, should not use it. Patients with liver function issues should use this medication with caution. Generally, this medication has few side effects and good tolerability, but caution is advised as sexual function-related side effects may occur. Rare reports of breast cancer have been noted with long-term use, and it is advisable to consult with healthcare providers when using for an extended period. This medication has minimal interactions with other medications and can be taken without special adjustments. Pregnant or lactating individuals should not take this medication, particularly as it may affect male fetuses during pregnancy. Extra caution is advised. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children have not been established, so it should not be used in pediatrics. Elderly patients can use it without special dosage adjustments, but it is always important to consult with healthcare professionals. This medication may affect prostate cancer marker tests, so care should be taken when interpreting test results. There is no specific treatment for overdose, but adherence to the recommended dosage is necessary. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, reduced ejaculate, ejaculation disorders, gynecomastia, breast tenderness, rash, muscle pain, myasthenia, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, testicular pain, hematospermia, male infertility, dyspepsia, constipation, gastrointestinal disturbances (heartburn), dry mouth, itching, numbness in both hands, fatigue, dizziness, headache, otitis media, liver function abnormalities

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Blue apple-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP