Finaten 5 mg Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Administer 5 mg orally once daily as Finasteride, regardless of meals. Treatment for a minimum of 6 months is necessary even if symptoms improve.

This drug should not be used by children or women. In particular, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle broken or crushed pieces of this medication. This drug contains components that can affect male fetuses, posing risks if exposed during pregnancy. Depression or mood changes may occur while taking this medication; consult a healthcare professional if such symptoms arise. Patients who have hypersensitivity to this drug or certain genetic disorders such as lactose intolerance should avoid using it. Patients with liver function issues should use this drug with caution. While generally, the side effects are mild and temporary, issues related to sexual function (such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, ejaculation disorders, etc.) may occur. Long-term use has been reported to possibly increase the risk of breast-related adverse reactions or prostate cancer in some patients, hence regular examinations are necessary. No specific interactions with other drugs have been reported, but it is advised to discuss with healthcare personnel if other medications are being taken. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this drug, and women of childbearing potential should use extra caution. The safety and efficacy of this drug in children have not been established, hence it is not used in this population. Elderly patients can use it without special dosage adjustments. During treatment, levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) may decrease, so caution should be exercised when interpreting the results of PSA tests. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but it is important to adhere to the recommended dosage. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• reduced ejaculation volume
• ejaculation disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• itching
• muscle pain
• weakness

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help preserve the drug's effectiveness and safety over time.

Appearance

Blue apple-shaped film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)