Mobensia Tablets (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Generally, 1 mg of finasteride is taken orally once a day, and it can be taken regardless of meals. There is no evidence that increasing the dose increases effectiveness. Generally, it may take more than 3 months of regular intake to observe treatment effects, and continuous use is recommended to maintain treatment effectiveness. Treatment duration and effectiveness should be continuously evaluated. Treatment effects will diminish within 12 months after discontinuation.

This medication should not be used in children or women. In particular, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not handle broken pieces of this medication, as its components can be absorbed through the skin and may pose a risk to male fetuses. During the use of this medication, depression or mood changes may occur, so if these symptoms arise, it is important to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take this medication, nor should they use it if they have a hypersensitivity to this medication. Care should also be taken for patients taking similar medications or those with lactose intolerance, soybean oil or bean, and peanut allergies. Patients with liver function issues or lipid metabolism disorders should use this medication cautiously, and patients with lipid overload should have their blood lipid levels regularly checked. This medication may cause side effects related to sexual function, such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders. These side effects usually resolve upon discontinuation of the medication. Adverse reactions such as breast tenderness or enlargement, allergic reactions, muscle pain, and mental instability have been reported, so if these symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. This medication has minimal drug interaction, but inform healthcare professionals of any other medications being taken. It should not be administered to pregnant or lactating women, and its safety and efficacy in children have not been established. Elderly patients generally do not require dose adjustments, but caution should be taken due to a lack of research on efficacy. During the use of this medication, levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) may decrease, so care should be taken in interpreting test results. There is no specific treatment for overdose, and it is recommended to keep out of the reach of children and not transfer to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash (whether accompanied by fever not specified), depression, suicidal thoughts, persistent ejaculation disorders, persistent sexual dysfunction, male breast cancer

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders (reduced ejaculate), breast tenderness, breast enlargement, testicular pain, rash, headache, dizziness, palpitations, increased liver enzyme levels, muscle pain, myasthenia, anxiety

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container, avoiding humid areas, and kept at temperatures between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Brownish yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP*3)]