Pro nad tablet 5 milligrams (Finasteride)

Adult dose

As finasteride, take 5 mg orally once daily with or without food. Even if symptoms improve upon taking, a minimum treatment duration of 6 months is necessary.

This medication should not be used by children or women. Especially, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as it may pose potential risks to male fetuses. Changes in mood or depressive symptoms may occur, so if these symptoms arise, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional. Patients allergic to this medication or with specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. Patients with liver function issues should be particularly cautious when using this medication. Typically, this medication has a low incidence of side effects and good tolerability but has been reported with sexual dysfunction-related adverse effects, so caution is necessary. Although instances of breast cancer have been reported in some patients with long-term use, its direct relation to this medication is still unclear. This medication may influence the risk of prostate cancer; therefore, men over 55 years old should undergo regular examinations. Interactions with other drugs are relatively minimal, but it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist if taking other medications. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and women who may become pregnant should exercise particular caution. Safety in children has not been confirmed, so it should not be used. Older adults can use it without special dosage adjustments, but consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary based on their condition. This medication can lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so caution is needed when interpreting PSA test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so it is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and keep it out of reach of children. Furthermore, while this medication is coated to prevent contact with the active ingredient under normal handling, caution is required if it is broken or crushed.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• reduced ejaculate volume
• ejaculatory dysfunction
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• muscle pain
• myasthenia
• depression

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablets

Package unit

PTP - 30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP X 3)]