Epinasi Tablet 1mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Typically, 1 mg of Finasteride is administered orally once a day, regardless of meals. Generally, it may take more than 3 months of use to see therapeutic effects, and it is recommended to continue taking it to maintain therapeutic effects. Treatment duration and efficacy should be continuously evaluated. If treatment is discontinued, therapeutic effects will fade within 12 months.

This medication should not be used by children or women. In particular, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as exposure via the skin can pose risks to male fetuses. Reports of psychological side effects, such as mood changes or depression, have been observed; if such symptoms appear, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor consulted. Pregnant women should absolutely avoid this medication as it may adversely affect the development of the male fetus's reproductive organs. Those with allergies to this medication or its components, or those with lactose intolerance, soybean oil, or peanut allergies should not take it. Patients with impaired liver function or issues with fat metabolism should use this medication with caution. This medication may cause sexual side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory disorders, but most of these resolve after discontinuation of the medication. Long-term use may lead to gynecomastia or breast tenderness in some patients, and a connection with male breast cancer has also been reported. If lumps, pain, or discharge occur in the breast while taking this medication, a doctor should be notified immediately. Ejaculatory volume may decrease, but this often does not significantly affect normal sexual function. This medication can lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in blood tests, so care should be taken in interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but serious side effects may occur, so it is important to visit a healthcare facility immediately. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and not stored in other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat and face), rash, depression, suicidal thoughts, male breast cancer

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculatory disorders
• breast tenderness
• gynecomastia
• testicular pain
• abnormal ejaculation
• dizziness
• headache
• palpitations

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is important to store it in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow film-coated tablet in a convex octagonal shape on both sides

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP) × 3