Dutas (Generic Avodart) 0.5mg (15 Capsules)
| Brand Name: |
Dutas |
| Generic Name: |
Dutasteride
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| Form: |
Capsule |
| Manufacturer: |
Dr. Reddy's |
What is Dutas?
Dutasteride is used for treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or when the prostate is enlarged and causes problems with urinating.
Dutasteride is a dual 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate to improve symptoms, reduce the risk of acute urinary retention, and reduce the risk of the need for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia-related surgery.
Dutasteride has also shown effects in combating hair loss or alopecia in males. It was to have influences in restoring hair to bald men in several medication trials. It interferes with 5-alpha-reductase enzymes that break down the male hormone testosterone and turn it into dehydrotestosterone (DHT) - which causes hair to thin dramatically in later life.
How is Dutas used?
Take Dutas as prescribed by the physician. Take one capsule with a full glass of water, before or after meals. Do not crush, chew or break the capsule.
Dutas should be taken regularly at the same time each day. Effects are usually more prominent after 3 to 6 months of therapy.
Adverse effects
Side effects of this medication include sexual problems (e.g., impotence, decreased interest in sex, decrease in the amount of semen ejaculated) which may infrequently occur, but then go away as your body adjusts to the drug. Gynecomastia or breast enlargement and tenderness may also occur. These possible side effects may lessen in occurrence with continued therapy as the body adapts to the action of the drug. If symptoms worsen or become debilitating, it is best to seek medical advice to stop usage of this medication.
Warnings
Always tell your pharmacist and your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, prostate cancer, urinary tract disease, allergies and any other disease. Men who are taking this medication must not donate any blood for about six months afterwards to prevent exposure to pregnant women via blood transfusion. Women who plan to become pregnant should stay away from this medication. Any contact with this drug may result in abnormal genitals for male developing fetuses. Women or children should not take this drug at all.
In cases of missed doses, take one as soon as you remember but never double up a dose to compensate for a missed one. If you are near the schedule of the next dose, skip the previously missed dose and resume your normal schedule. |
