Uniterride 5 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

For finasteride, take 5 mg once daily orally with or without food. A minimum treatment of 6 months is needed, even if symptoms improve during use.

This medication should not be used in children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should be cautious not to handle broken or crushed pieces of this medicine, as it is coated and does not normally come into contact with its components when handled properly. Depression or mood swings may occur during the use of this medication, so if these symptoms arise, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional. Individuals allergic to this medication or its components, or those with lactose intolerance, soybean oil, soy, or peanut allergies should not take it. Patients with liver dysfunction or lipid metabolism issues such as hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should use it with caution. This medication is generally well tolerated; however, sexual side effects such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders may occur. Rarely, prolonged use may show signs such as gynecomastia, breast tenderness, or skin rashes, and patients should report any unusual symptoms. This medication may affect the risk of prostate cancer, so men over 55 should undergo regular check-ups. Pregnant or nursing individuals should not take this medication, and women who may become pregnant should be cautious not to handle broken pieces of this medication. The safety and efficacy for children have not been established, so it is not used in this population. Elderly patients can generally use it without special dose adjustments, but monitoring their condition is important. There are no known special interactions with other medications, but any unusual symptoms during treatment should be reported to healthcare providers. There may be a decrease in ejaculate volume or changes in sexual function during treatment, but these are mostly temporary and will recover upon discontinuation of the treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), itching, rash, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face), depression, suicidal thoughts, extreme fatigue, liver dysfunction, jaundice due to liver dysfunction, severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• decrease in ejaculate volume
• ejaculation disorder
• gynecomastia
• breast tenderness
• rash
• myalgia
• muscle weakness
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It should also be stored at room temperature, not too hot or cold.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP (10 tablets/PTP × 3)