Dutasteride

Men's Health

Dutasteride

Generic For Avodart®

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Dutasteride is FDA approved for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition characterized by an enlarged prostate that can lead to urinary problems in men. This medication works by blocking the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which plays a role in converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Since DHT promotes prostate growth, lowering its levels can help reduce prostate size and alleviate symptoms like poor urine flow and frequent urination. Dutasteride is also sometimes used off-label to address male pattern baldness, as elevated DHT levels can contribute to hair loss. It may take a few months for the medication’s full effects to become noticeable.

Dutasteride is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH)

Can be taken with or without food; Swallow whole. Do not chew, open, or crush

Dutasteride helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (often in the middle of the night)

Dutasteride may reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH

Touching or handling of this medication must be avoided by individuals that are pregnant or plan to become pregnant

Dutasteride can be taken in combination with alpha adrenergic antagonist (tamsulosin)

Dutasteride is not approved for the prevention of prostate cancer

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Am 18 years or older
Will use this medication for my own personal use and as indicated
Am currently taking this medication based on a previous diagnosis and/or current diagnosis of significantly enlarged prostate (BPH - prostate volume >30ml; prostate-specific antigen >1.5ng/mL, or palpable prostate enlargement on digital rectal exam) or; hematuria associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Understand and am aware that this medication should not be touched or handled by patients who are or who may be pregnant
Have not had a hypersensitivity reaction to dutasteride, other 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (eg, finasteride) or any component of the formulation
Do not have a history of severely diminished urinary flow for obstructive uropathy
Do not have a history of liver impairment
Understand and am aware that dutasteride is not approved for the prevention of prostate cancer
Understand and am aware that I have to avoid donating blood during or for 6 months following treatment cessation
Am having my PSA (prostate-specific antigen) monitored regularly and as indicated for dutasteride therapy
Understand and am aware that dutasteride can be detected in semen and that the effect on male fertility is unknown
Understand I can find more information regarding drug-drug interactions at https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html
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Dutasteride Side Effects

Dutasteride side effects may include: decreased libido, dizziness, chest pain, back pain, extreme fatigue, testicle pain/swelling.
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