Finade 5mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Finasteride is taken orally once a day at a dose of 5 mg regardless of meals. Treatment must last at least 6 months, even if symptoms improve.

This medication should not be used by children or women. In particular, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should avoid handling broken or crushed pieces of this medication, as it may pose potential risks to male fetuses. While taking this drug, depression or mood changes may occur; thus, if these symptoms arise, it is imperative to consult a healthcare professional. Individuals with allergies to this medication or its ingredients, women, children, and pregnant women should not take this medication. Additionally, it should be avoided by those with certain genetic lactose intolerance disorders. Patients with liver function issues must use this medication with caution, as the main reported adverse effect is sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, or ejaculation problems. If these symptoms persist or worsen while taking this medication, consult a doctor. There have been rare reports of breast cancer occurring after long-term use of this drug; however, a direct correlation with the drug is not clearly established. Additionally, this medication may slightly increase the risk of specific high-grade prostate cancer, so regular check-ups are necessary. This drug has relatively low interactions with other medications, but it is advisable to consult a professional if taking other medications simultaneously. It should not be administered to pregnant or breastfeeding women, and particular caution should be exercised to prevent pregnant women from taking or coming into contact with this medication. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it should not be used in this population. It can be used in elderly patients without special dose adjustment; however, regular health status checks are necessary. This drug can lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so this should be taken into account when interpreting PSA test results. There is no specific treatment for overdose; ensure not to exceed the recommended dose. Store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), severe and sudden headache, lightning headaches

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Blue apple-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [10 tablets/PTPX3]