Finast Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Administer 5 mg of finasteride orally once daily, regardless of meals. Treatment should continue for at least 6 months even if symptoms improve.

This medication should not be used in children or women. In particular, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this drug, which is coated in such a way that the active ingredient is not exposed under normal handling. During the use of this medication, feelings of depression or mood changes may occur. If such symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. It should not be taken if there is an allergic reaction to this medication or any genetic issues such as lactose intolerance. Patients with poor liver function should use this medication cautiously, and side effects are primarily linked to sexual function problems. Reports include erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and reduced semen volume. In rare cases, long-term use may be associated with issues related to breast cancer, although a direct relation to this medication is not clear. While taking this medication, there may be an increased risk of certain high-grade prostate cancer, hence regular check-ups are necessary. This medication is not known to have significant interactions with other drugs and does not affect the CYP-450 enzyme system, so it can be used safely with multiple medications. Pregnant women or nursing mothers should not take this medication, as taking it during pregnancy may cause genital abnormalities in male fetuses. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children, so it should not be administered to them. Elderly patients can use it at the same dosage as adults, and no special dosage adjustment is needed. This medication lowers prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so care should be taken when interpreting PSA test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but reported adverse reactions are generally few. Store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions (severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eyes), difficulty breathing, respiratory issues, symptoms of liver dysfunction (yellowing of skin or eyes, severe fatigue), sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, severe generalized edema, elevated blood pressure.

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• reduced semen volume
• ejaculatory disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• myalgia
• muscle weakness
• depression

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that shields it from light. Furthermore, it is important to maintain room temperature, that is, between 1°C and 30°C, when storing the medication. This way, the effectiveness can be preserved, ensuring safe usage.

Appearance

Blue apple-shaped film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)