Dutasteride 1 mg Tablets (Finasteride)

Adult dose

Administer 1 mg orally once daily as Finasteride, and it can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication should not be used by children or women. Particularly, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should avoid handling broken pieces of this medication because it can be absorbed through the skin and may harm a male fetus. Mental health issues such as feeling depressed or experiencing depression may occur during the use of this medication, so if these symptoms arise, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Pregnant women should not take this drug as it poses a risk of causing abnormalities in a male fetus's external genitalia. Additionally, individuals allergic to this drug or its ingredients, those with certain genetic lactose intolerances, and individuals allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should also refrain from taking it. Patients with poor liver function or problems with lipid metabolism should be cautious when using this medication as it is metabolized significantly by the liver. While using this medication, side effects related to sexual function, such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculation disorders may occur. If these symptoms occur, it is important to discontinue use or consult with healthcare professionals, and in most cases, symptoms improve after stopping the medication. This drug is also used in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, and prolonged use has been reported to cause side effects such as breast pain or enlargement, rash, headache, and dizziness. Furthermore, the risk of prostate cancer may slightly increase during the use of this medication, so regular check-ups and careful interpretation of PSA test results are necessary. There are minimal interactions with other medications, but it is crucial to carefully observe for adverse reactions when using this drug alongside other medications. Animal studies in pregnant females have reported abnormalities in male fetuses, so pregnant individuals should never take or come into contact with this medication. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in breast milk, so it is safest for nursing women to avoid taking it. There are no specific antidotes for overdose; however, fatal effects have been reported with high-dose administration, so it is essential to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage. When storing, keep out of reach of children, and maintain quality by storing in the original container. Finally, although significant risks have not been found in carcinogenic studies, this medication can affect reproductive function, so it is advisable to consult healthcare professionals for long-term use.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face), rash, depression, suicidal thoughts

Mild side effects

Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders (decreased semen volume), breast tenderness and enlargement, testicular pain, blood dyscrasia, dizziness, headache, palpitations, elevated liver enzyme levels, muscle pain, myasthenia, anxiety, heartburn

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at a temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow, biconvex, octagonal film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3]