Finasteride (Mylan) TM
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Active ingredients: finasteride
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FINASTERIDE VIATRIS 5 finasteride 5 mg film-coated tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
FINASTERIDE VIATRIS is indicated for the treatment of patients with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with an enlarged prostate.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Blue, 7 mm, round, biconvex, film-coated tablet, marked 'F5' on one side and plain on the other.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the Repatriation Schedule of Pharmaceutical Benefits (RPBS) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
To access RPBS medicines you must hold a DVA Gold Card, DVA Orange Card or DVA White Card (for some medicines only). To learn about Department of Veterans' Affairs health cards, visit Department of Veterans' Affairs.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient finasteride
This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy. You should discuss this medicine with your doctor or pharmacist. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
