Myungmoon Finasteride Tablet 5 mg

Adult dose

As Finasteride, take 5 mg orally once daily, without regard to meals. Treatment for at least 6 months is necessary even if symptoms improve.

This medication should not be administered to children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, and if it is unbroken, it is coated and does not come into contact with the active ingredient under normal handling. During the use of this medication, mental health issues such as feelings of depression or suicidal thoughts may occur, and if these symptoms develop, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Those allergic to this medication or its components, individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders, and those allergic to soy oil, legumes, and peanuts should not take it. Patients with liver dysfunction or diseases such as dyslipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, and pancreatitis should use this medication with caution. This medication is generally well-tolerated; however, sexual function-related adverse effects may occur, with reports of erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and reduced semen volume. It is important to consult a healthcare provider if such symptoms appear. There have been reports indicating a potential association between long-term use of this medication and male breast cancer, although a direct causal relationship with this medication is not clearly established. Additionally, there may be a slight increase in the risk of high-grade prostate cancer, so caution is warranted. Interactions with other medications are not well-known, and since it does not affect CYP-450 enzymes, no specific issues have been reported when used in combination with various drugs. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication or handle broken pieces, and breastfeeding women are also advised not to take it. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it is not used in pediatric patients. There is no need for dose adjustment in the elderly, and they generally show a similar response to younger adults. This medication reduces prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels by approximately 50%, so this should be considered when interpreting PSA tests, and sustained increases in PSA levels should be carefully evaluated. There are no special antidotes for overdose; care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dosage. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers is discouraged as it may negatively affect the quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory disturbances with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headaches, lightning-like headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output.

Mild side effects

Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, reduced semen volume, ejaculation disorders, gynecomastia, breast tenderness, rash, myalgia, muscle weakness, depression, suicidal thoughts, persistent decreased libido after discontinuation, anxiety, testicular pain, hematospermia, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders, male infertility, heartburn, dizziness, headache, digestive disorders, constipation, dryness of mouth, tingling sensation in both hands, fatigue, otitis media, abnormal liver function.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3)