Finasterone Tablet 5 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Administer 5 mg orally once daily of finasteride, with or without food. Although symptoms may improve during treatment, a minimum of 6 months of therapy is necessary.

This medication should not be used in children or women. Particularly, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid touching broken pieces of this medication, as it contains ingredients that may affect male fetuses. Mental health problems such as mood changes or depression have also been reported, so if such symptoms occur, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Patients with allergies to this medication or certain genetic lactose intolerance disorders should avoid its use. Additionally, individuals allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should also refrain from taking this medication. Patients with impaired liver function or issues with fat metabolism should use this medication cautiously and adjust as directed by a physician if necessary. Generally, this medication is well-tolerated, but side effects related to sexual function can occur. Rare reports have been associated with breast cancer during long-term use, so regular check-ups may be necessary. This medication may increase the risk of prostate cancer, thus men over 55 should undergo regular prostate examinations. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication and pregnant women should take precautions to avoid exposure to it. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established for children, and it should not be administered to them. No special dosage adjustments are needed for elderly patients, but careful observation for adverse reactions is advised. Regular blood tests and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests should be conducted to monitor the condition while taking this medication. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so adherence to the prescribed dosage is important. Lastly, store this medication out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), rash (if severe and with fever), angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face)

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• decreased ejaculate
• ejaculation disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• muscle pain
• myasthenia
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air entry and is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP (10 tablets/PTP x 3)