Finasterid Orion
This medicine helps treat an enlarged prostate in men, reducing its size and improving urination.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
5 mg
Active Ingredient
Finasteride
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation
How to Use
Dosage
Take one tablet (5 mg finasteride) once a day.
Method
Swallow the tablet whole with or without food. Do not break or crush it.
Important
The maximum daily dose is one tablet (5 mg).
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Decreased sex drive
- •Erectile dysfunction (impotence)
- •Reduced amount of semen
- •Drowsiness
RARE
- •Ejaculation problems
- •Breast tenderness or enlargement
- •Skin rash
- •Nipple discharge or breast lumps
- •Palpitations (fast heartbeat)
- •Itching, hives
- •Allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; difficulty swallowing or breathing; hives). Stop taking and get medical help immediately.
- •Increased liver enzyme levels
- •Testicular pain
- •Blood in semen
- •Erection problems that may continue after stopping the medicine
- •Ejaculation problems that may continue after stopping the medicine
- •Male infertility or poor semen quality (improving after stopping treatment)
- •Depression
- •Decreased sex drive that continues after stopping the medicine
- •Anxiety
- •Suicidal thoughts
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to finasteride or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- This medicine is for men only. Women should not take it.
- Do not give this medicine to children.
- Tell your doctor if you have trouble emptying your bladder completely or if your urine flow is weak.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver problems.
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- Contact your doctor if you notice any breast changes, such as lumps, pain, enlargement, or discharge.
- Talk to your doctor if you experience mood changes, depression, or thoughts of harming yourself.
- Pregnant women or women who could become pregnant should not touch broken or crushed tablets, as this could harm a baby boy.
- If you have an intolerance to some sugars (like lactose), talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. (updated 18.8.2025)