Dutasteride
(Dutasteride)Dutasteride Overview
Dutasteride is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This 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 (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Dutasteride should not be used by women or children.
How to Use Dutasteride
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking Dutasteride and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take Dutasteride by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the medication whole. Do not crush or chew the capsules. Use Dutasteride regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Since Dutasteride can be absorbed through the skin and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle Dutasteride. It may take 3 to 6 months to notice an improvement in symptoms. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.
Dutasteride Precautions
Before taking dutasteride, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to finasteride; or if you have any other allergies. Dutasteride may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Dutasteride, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Do not donate blood while you are taking Dutasteride and for at least 6 months after you stop taking it. This will prevent the possibility of your blood being given to a pregnant woman. Dutasteride should not be used in women, especially during pregnancy or breast-feeding. It may harm an unborn or breast-feeding baby. Consult your doctor for more details.
Dutasteride Misdose
If you miss a dose of Dutasteride, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Dutasteride Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Dutasteride Side Effects
Sexual problems (such as decreased sexual interest/ability, decrease in the amount of semen/sperm), testicle pain/swelling, increased breast size, or breast tenderness may occur. Sexual problems have continued in some men even after stopping treatment. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that Dutasteride has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Dutasteride do not have serious side effects. A very serious allergic reaction to Dutasteride is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction,rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Dutasteride Storage
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Dutasteride capsules may soften and leak if stored at high temperatures. If your capsules crack and leak, do not use them. If your skin comes in contact with the leaking capsules, wash the area right away with soap and water. Contact your pharmacist for more information. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard Dutasteride when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
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