Finasteride 1 mg Tablet

Adult dose

Generally, finasteride is taken orally at a dose of 1 mg once daily, and it can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication should not be administered to pediatric patients or women. Especially, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not touch broken pieces of this medication, as it may be absorbed through the skin and pose a risk to male fetuses. During treatment with this medication, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur, so consult a healthcare professional immediately if these symptoms arise. Pregnant women should not take this medication, as it may affect the reproductive development of male fetuses, so caution is mandatory. Patients with allergies to this medication or its components, those already taking similar medications, patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance, and those allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should also avoid taking this medication. Patients with liver dysfunction or lipid metabolism abnormalities such as hyperlipidemia and diabetic dyslipidemia should use this medication cautiously. This medication can cause erectile dysfunction or decreased libido as side effects, including ejaculation problems, and if these symptoms are severe, the medication should be discontinued and consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Additionally, during the use of this medication, symptoms such as breast tenderness or breast enlargement may appear, and if these symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. This medication may affect the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in blood tests, so caution is needed when interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote for overdose; however, no serious side effects have been reported even with significantly higher doses in clinical trials. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to other containers may compromise its quality. Finally, while this medication has relatively few drug interactions, it is safe to inform your healthcare professional if you are taking other medications to verify concomitant use.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash, breast cancer

Mild side effects

• Decreased libido
• erectile dysfunction
• ejaculation disorder
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• testicular pain
• hematuria
• muscle pain
• myasthenia
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be kept in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3), 90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*9)