Newpecia Tablets 1 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used by children or women. In particular, pregnant women or women of childbearing potential should avoid touching broken pieces of this drug, as they may pose a risk to male fetuses. During treatment, symptoms of depression or mood changes may occur, so if these symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Patients with poor liver function or problems with lipid metabolism should exercise caution when using this medication, and it is recommended to regularly check liver function and blood lipid levels as needed. This medication may have side effects related to sexual function, such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders, but most symptoms will recover after discontinuation of the medication. During treatment, if there are changes such as lumps, pain, nipple discharge, or enlargement in the breasts, they should be reported to a doctor immediately. As this medication may affect the risk of prostate cancer, it is important for men over the age of 55 to have regular examinations to check their prostate health. This medication has few interactions with other drugs; however, if you are taking other medications, it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant women should not take or come into contact with this medication, and nursing mothers are also advised not to use it. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but if adverse reactions occur, seek medical attention immediately. This medication is not to be used by children, women, or pregnant individuals, and can generally be used in elderly patients without special dosage adjustments, although studies on efficacy in this population are insufficient. During treatment with this drug, laboratory test results, particularly prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, may be affected, so caution is needed when interpreting test results. This drug should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), rash, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pale complexion → severe allergic reaction
• High fever accompanied by a severe rash, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes → severe skin reaction
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues with cough + fever → respiratory problems
• Sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders, reduced semen volume, breast tenderness, gynecomastia, testicular pain, bloody semen, myalgia, muscle weakness, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, heartburn, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzyme levels, rash, itching, urticaria, angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face)

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture ingress. Additionally, it is advisable to store it at a temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets / PTP [10 tablets / PTP × 3]