Megapecia Tablet 5 mg (Finasteride)

Adult dose

As Finasteride, take 5 mg orally once daily regardless of meals. Treatment for at least 6 months is necessary for symptom improvement.

This medication should not be administered to children and women. In particular, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication; however, if it is unbroken, it is safe to handle under normal conditions since it is coated. During the use of this medication, depression or mood changes may occur; therefore, it is essential to observe mental state closely, and if any abnormal symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare provider is necessary. Those with allergies to this medication or its components should avoid taking it, and it should not be used by individuals with lactose intolerance or allergies to soybean oil, beans, or peanuts. Patients with abnormal liver function or metabolic disorders should use this medication cautiously, and it is advisable to check blood lipid levels regularly. Generally, this medication is well tolerated; however, in rare cases, side effects such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, ejaculation disorders, breast enlargement or pain, skin rashes, muscle pain, myasthenia, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, testicular pain, hematospermia, sexual dysfunction, male infertility, heartburn, dizziness, headaches, itching, hypersensitivity reactions, tingling in both hands, fatigue, otitis media, and liver function abnormalities may occur. Long-term use has been reported to carry a risk of male breast cancer; however, a clear causal relationship has not yet been established. This medication may influence the risk of prostate cancer, thus men aged 55 and older need to undergo regular check-ups and monitor PSA levels. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and women who may become pregnant must be cautious not to handle broken pieces of this medication. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it is not used. In the elderly, no specific dosage adjustment is needed, but consultation with a healthcare provider considering other health conditions is advised. During the use of this medication, PSA levels may decrease, so caution is needed in interpreting test results. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose, and the recommended dosage should be adhered to. Keep this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, rashes (severe rashes with fever, blistering, skin peeling), mucosal pain in mouth/eyes, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, severe generalized swelling, elevated blood pressure.

Mild side effects

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• reduced semen volume
• ejaculation disorders
• breast enlargement
• breast tenderness
• rashes
• muscle pain
• myasthenia
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 degrees and 30 degrees. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [10 tablets/PTP × 3]