Dutasteride

Therapeutic Group

Drugs For Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy

Indication Dosage

Dutasteride is a medication primarily prescribed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can lead to urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, difficulty starting or maintaining urination, and a weak urine stream. Dutasteride works by reducing the size of the prostate gland, which helps alleviate these symptoms and improve urinary flow.

Symptomatic Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): 

  • Adults (Male): 500 Mcg Daily, Review Treatment At 3-6 Months And Then Every 6-12 Months (may Require Several Months Treatment Before Benefit Is Obtained) 
  • Children: Not Recommended.

Content

  • Cap: Dutasteride 0.5mg.

Pregnancy

Contraindicated In Pregnancy.

Stability

  • 5 Alpha-reductase Inhibitor

Contra Indications

  • Severe Hepatic Impairment, Women, Children, Adolescents.

Precautions

  • Severe Hepatic Impairment, Women, Children, Adolescents.

Lactation

  • Contraindicated, Avoid

Side Effects

  • Impotence
  • Decreased Libido
  • Ejaculation Disorders
  • Gynaecomastia
  • Breast Tenderness And Enlargement

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