Moriten Tablets 1 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Generally, finasteride is administered orally at a dosage of 1 mg once a day, and can be taken regardless of meals. Typically, 3 months of treatment is required to see therapeutic effects, and continuous use is recommended to maintain these effects. The treatment duration and effectiveness should be evaluated continuously. If treatment is discontinued, the therapeutic effect will disappear within 12 months.

This medication should not be used by children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid contact with broken pieces of this medication. This medication can inhibit the conversion of male hormones, potentially affecting the prostate and reproductive organs, which could be harmful to a fetus if exposed during pregnancy. Mood changes or symptoms of depression may occur, so consult a doctor immediately if such symptoms arise. It should not be administered to pregnant women, children, or patients with lactose intolerance or specific food allergies. Patients with poor liver function or specific metabolic disorders should use this medication with caution, and it is advisable to regularly monitor liver function and blood lipid levels during treatment. While taking this medication, sexual dysfunctions such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, or ejaculatory disorders may occur, but these symptoms typically recover after discontinuing the medication. Various side effects including breast pain or enlargement, skin rash, muscle pain, and dizziness have been reported, so inform your healthcare provider if any unusual symptoms occur. Clinical trials have shown that there may be an increased risk of high-grade prostate cancer in some patients, so regular check-ups are necessary, especially for men over 55 years old. The risk of interactions with other medications is low, but if taking other medications, consult with your healthcare provider. There are no specific antidotes for overdose, but if serious side effects occur, seek medical attention immediately. When storing, keep this medication out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face) → serious allergic reactions

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders (reduced ejaculate), breast tenderness, breast enlargement, testicular pain, blood in semen, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzymes, muscle pain, weakness, anxiety

This medication can deteriorate due to air and humidity, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is important to maintain its efficacy by storing it at a cool temperature between 15°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP × 3]