Finasteride Tablets 5 mg

Adult dose

As finasteride, take 5 mg orally once daily, regardless of meals. Even if symptoms improve, treatment for at least 6 months is required.

This medication should not be used by children and women. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not touch broken pieces of this medication, as it may affect male fetuses. This medication can cause mental symptoms such as mood changes or depression; if these symptoms appear, you should consult a specialist immediately. Patients with allergies to this medication or those with specific genetic problems, as well as those allergic to soybean oil, soybeans, or peanuts, should not use it. Patients with impaired liver function or issues with fat metabolism should use this medication cautiously. Generally, this medication has few side effects, but caution is warranted as sexual dysfunction-related adverse reactions may occur. There have been reports linking long-term use of this medication to male breast cancer, although the direct correlation with this medication is not clear. The risk of prostate cancer may slightly increase while taking this medication, therefore regular check-ups are necessary. Cholesterol levels should be monitored while on this medication, and dosage adjustments should be made if necessary. There are no known specific interactions with other medications; however, if other medications are being taken, consult a doctor. Pregnant women should not take or handle this medication, and it is also advisable for nursing women not to use it. Safety and efficacy have not been confirmed for children, so it is not used in this population. Older adults can generally use this medication without special dosage adjustments. This medication lowers prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, so caution is needed when interpreting test results. There is no specific treatment for overdose, but adherence to the recommended dosage is essential. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), severe allergic reactions.

Mild side effects

Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, reduced ejaculate, ejaculatory disorder, breast enlargement, breast tenderness, rash, muscle pain, myasthenia, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, testicular pain, blood dyscrasia, male infertility, male breast cancer, dyspepsia, constipation, gastrointestinal disturbances (heartburn), dry mouth, itching, tingling in both hands, headache, fatigue, dizziness, otitis media, abnormal liver function.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is advisable to keep it at a cool room temperature away from direct sunlight.

Appearance

Blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

Domestic use - 30 tablets/PTP [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]