Finasteride 5mg Tablet

Adult dose

As finasteride, administer 5 mg orally once daily, with or without food. Even if symptoms improve after administration, treatment should continue for at least 6 months.

This medication should not be used in children or women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should be cautious to avoid direct contact with any broken pieces of this medication. This medication may cause mental side effects, such as mood changes or depression; therefore, if you experience feelings of depression or any abnormal symptoms during treatment, you should consult a healthcare professional immediately. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication, lactose intolerance, or allergies to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should avoid using this medication. Patients with liver dysfunction or lipid metabolism disorders should use this medication cautiously and regularly check plasma lipid levels. This medication is generally well-tolerated, but some patients may experience sexual side effects such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, or ejaculatory disorders. If these symptoms persist or worsen, consult your healthcare provider. While there is no clear association with the risk of male breast cancer with long-term use, there may be an increased risk of certain high-grade prostate cancer, so regular check-ups are necessary. This medication has minimal interactions with other drugs; however, it is important to inform your healthcare provider of any medications you are currently taking. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and if exposed to this medication during pregnancy, caution should be taken regarding potential genital abnormalities in the fetus. Safety and efficacy in children have not been confirmed, so it should not be used in children. For the elderly, it can be used without special dose adjustments, but the patient’s condition should be monitored. This medication may lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so this should be considered when interpreting PSA test results, and further evaluation is necessary if the PSA level continues to rise. There is no specific treatment for overdose; however, the recommended dosage should be strictly followed. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face)

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• decreased ejaculate volume
• ejaculatory disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rash
• itching
• muscle pain
• myasthenia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will maintain the medication's effectiveness and ensure safe use.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 3)