Apesia Tablet 1mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Typically, 1 mg of finasteride is administered orally once a day, and it can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication should not be used by children or women. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should take caution not to touch broken pieces of this medication, as the drug can be absorbed through the skin and may harm the fetus. This drug is metabolized extensively in the liver, so it should be used with caution in patients with liver function issues. Additionally, during the use of this drug, mood changes or mental health issues such as depression may occur, so it is important to consult a healthcare professional immediately if such symptoms appear. This medication may affect sexual function, causing side effects such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory disorders. If these side effects occur, it is important to stop using the drug and consult a doctor. In most cases, symptoms improve after the medication is stopped. There have been no severe interactions reported with other medications, but it is important to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being used while taking this drug. Pregnant women should not take this drug, and it is also advisable for nursing women not to use this medication. Furthermore, safety and efficacy have not been established for children, so it should not be administered to them. This drug can be used in elderly patients without special dosage adjustments, but its efficacy in older populations has not been sufficiently verified. Patients should notify their doctor immediately if they experience changes such as lumps or pain in the breast or discharge from the nipples during treatment. Additionally, regular check-ups may be necessary due to the increased risk of prostate cancer. There is no specific antidote for overdose; however, care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dose. Finally, this drug should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is advisable to keep it in its original packaging.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reaction symptoms.
• Severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe cutaneous adverse reactions.
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice).

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders (reduced semen), breast tenderness and enlargement, testicular pain, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzyme levels, muscle pain, myasthenia, heartburn, rash, itching, hypersensitivity reactions, depression, suicidal thoughts, persistent decrease in libido and sexual dysfunction after cessation of treatment, male infertility, decreased semen quality, orgasm disorders, suspected breast cancer symptoms.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best kept in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the drug for a longer period.

Appearance

Brownish-red film-coated tablets with a biconvex octagonal shape

Package unit

30 tablets/PPT [(10 tablets/PPT x 3)]