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Dutasteride

Dutasteride belongs to a class of medications known as 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. It is used to relieve symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostates.

Available form

Capsule

Dosage

0.5mg

Manufacturers

Apotex, Auro Pharma, Generic Medical Partners, Jamp Pharma Corporation, Laboratoire Riva, Mint Pharmaceuticals, Nora Pharma, Pharmascience, Pro Doc Limitée, Sandoz

Branded drugs

Avodart

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Dutasteride information

Dosage

Side Effects

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Precautions

Warnings

Directions of use

The recommended dose of dutasteride is 0.5 mg once daily, with or without food. Swallow the capsule whole.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Dutasteride exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Dutasteride at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Before you begin taking a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should take this medication.

Blood donation: Men taking Dutasteride should not donate blood until at least 6 months have passed following their last dose. This is to prevent pregnant women from being exposed to dutasteride during a blood transfusion.

Liver disease: If you have liver disease or decreased liver function, discuss with your doctor how Dutasteride may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Dutasteride, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Prostate Cancer: Dutasteride may be linked to an increased risk of developing a rare type of cancer called high-grade prostate cancer. The risk of developing this cancer while taking Dutasteride is still considered very small. Note that dutasteride is not approved to treat prostate cancer. If you experience worsening symptoms or symptoms that do not improve within 6 months, discuss this with your doctor. PSA test: Dutasteride can decrease PSA (prostate specific antigen) levels by up to 50%. Doctors often measure PSA levels to test for prostate cancer. PSA levels can still be measured for this purpose, but your doctor will need to adjust the results in order for the test to be accurate. If you are having a PSA test, ensure your doctor knows that you are taking dutasteride.

Women and children: Dutasteride is intended for use by men only. Women and children must avoid contact with the medication, as it is absorbed through the skin. If contact occurs, wash the exposed area immediately with soap and water.

Pregnancy: Dutasteride is intended for use by men only. Women who may be pregnant must avoid touching any pills of dutaseride (even ones that are not leaking). Pregnant women or women who may be pregnant should not handle dutasteride because the medication can be absorbed through the skin and may cause abnormalities in the baby. If a pregnant woman accidentally comes in contact with the capsules, she should wash the contact area immediately with soap and water.

Breast-feeding: Dutasteride is not intended for use by women. It is not known if dutasteride passes into breast milk. Do not handle this medication if you are breast-feeding because the medication can be absorbed through the skin and may affect the baby.

Children: Dutasteride is not intended for use by children. The safety and effectiveness of dutasteride have not been established for use by people in this age group.

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