Finacia Tablet 5 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

As finasteride, administer 5 mg orally once a day, regardless of meals. A minimum of 6 months of treatment is required even if symptoms improve during administration.

This medication should not be used in children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not touch broken pieces of this medication, as it may pose a potential risk to a male fetus. This medication can cause mental symptoms, such as mood changes, depression, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts, so if these symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. This medication should not be used by individuals with allergies to it or its ingredients. It should also not be administered to patients with specific genetic problems, such as lactose intolerance. Patients with liver function abnormalities or a history of allergy to the dye in this medication should use it with caution. Generally, this medication has few side effects and good tolerability, but attention is needed as sexual function-related adverse effects may occur. Reports exist about the risk of male breast cancer with long-term use, but a clear causal relationship has not yet been established. This medication may increase the risk of prostate cancer, so regular examinations are particularly necessary for men over 55 years of age. No interactions with other medications are known, but it is advisable to consult a doctor before taking it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, and it is important for women who may become pregnant not to handle this drug. Safety and efficacy have not been confirmed for children, so it is not used. Elderly patients can use it without dosage adjustment, but their condition should be carefully monitored during treatment. This medication can lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so this should be considered when interpreting PSA test results. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose, but care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dosage. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweats
• pallor
• angioedema
• severe rash with fever
• blisters
• skin peeling

Mild side effects

• Depressed mood
• depression
• suicidal thoughts
• mood changes
• muscular pain
• weakness
• anxiety
• testicular pain
• hematoma
• erectile dysfunction

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-resistant container. Additionally, it is advisable to store the medication at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the medication's effectiveness safely.

Appearance

Blue oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*3]