Nowuska Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Finasteride should be taken orally as 5 mg once daily, regardless of meals. Even if symptoms improve during use, treatment must continue for at least 6 months.

This medication should not be used in children or women. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should take care to avoid handling broken pieces of this medication. This medication can cause mood changes or mental health issues such as depression; if such symptoms occur, consult a professional immediately. Individuals allergic to this medication, women, children, or pregnant women should not take it. Patients with liver dysfunction should use this medication cautiously. Generally, this medication has mild and temporary side effects, but issues related to sexual function or breast abnormalities may arise. Rarely, long-term use has been associated with breast cancer, so caution is needed. During the course of this medication, erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, or ejaculatory disorders may occur; if such changes happen, you should inform your doctor. This medication may increase the risk of prostate cancer, so men over the age of 55 should undergo regular testing. There is little interaction with other drugs, making it safe to use with most medications. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, as exposure during pregnancy may affect male fetuses. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children, so it is not administered to them. Elderly patients can take it just like regular adults without needing dosage adjustments. This medication can affect the diagnosis of prostate cancer, so caution should be exercised in interpreting PSA levels. No specific treatment is required for overdose, but it is important to adhere to the recommended dosage. Store out of reach of children and keep in the original container to maintain quality.

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 volume
• ejaculatory disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• muscle pain
• myasthenia
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Blue apple-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (15 tablets/PTP packaging x 2)