Finaprosta 1 mg Tablet (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Generally, 1 mg of finasteride is administered orally once daily and can be taken regardless of meals. Treatment effects are typically seen after 3 months of continuous use, and it is recommended to continue taking it to maintain the treatment effects. The treatment duration and efficacy should be evaluated continuously. If treatment is discontinued, the effects will disappear within 12 months.

This medication should not be administered to children or women. Especially, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as the drug may be absorbed through the skin and pose risks to the fetus. During treatment, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur; thus, if these symptoms appear, consulting with healthcare personnel immediately is essential. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not take this medication, as it may pose risks of genital abnormalities in male fetuses. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or lactose intolerance, and those with allergies to soy oil, beans, or peanuts should avoid taking it. Patients with poor liver function or metabolic disorders should use this drug cautiously, and dosage adjustments should be made according to a physician's instructions if necessary. This medication can cause sexual side effects, including decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory disorders. If such symptoms occur, consultation with healthcare personnel is required. In most cases, symptoms recover upon discontinuation of the medication. Long-term use may report breast tenderness or enlargement, and rarely, male breast cancer; thus, if there are any abnormalities in the breast, patients should inform their physician immediately. This drug may increase the risk of prostate cancer, so men over the age of 55 require regular examinations. It may affect blood lipid levels, so patients with hyperlipidemia or diabetes should have regular blood tests. Interactions with other medications are limited; however, it is essential to inform healthcare personnel of any medications currently being taken. This medication should not be administered to pregnant women and breastfeeding women, and its safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed in children. Elderly patients can use this drug without special dosage adjustments, but efficacy has not been established. During treatment, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels may decrease in blood tests, so caution is needed when interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but care should be taken not to exceed the prescribed dosage. Store this medication out of the reach of children, and keep it in its original container to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash, depression, suicidal thoughts

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders (reduced ejaculate), breast tenderness and enlargement, testicular pain, blood in semen, orgasm dysfunction, male infertility, decreased semen quality, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzymes, myalgia, muscle weakness, anxiety, heartburn

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, preferably in a cool place between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be preserved for a long time.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, biconvex octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

90 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*9]