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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.
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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. BPH is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that usually occurs in men after the age of 50.
Dutasteride works to reduce the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that causes enlargement of the prostate gland. Dutasteride relieves symptoms of BPH by reducing the size of the prostate and improving the flow of urine.
This medication improves symptoms associated with BPH, such as:
Dutasteride may be prescribed along with another medication called Tamsulosin in order to decrease the symptoms of BPH.
It may take 6 months or more to see the full effects of Apo Dutasteride. Dutasteride reduces the likelihood of prostate surgery for men with BPH. It must be taken on a regular basis to be effective. If the medication is stopped, the prostate will start to grow again.
Apo Dutasteride may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Apo Dutasteride may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Apo Dutasteride may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested Apo Dutasteride for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Apo Dutasteride, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Apo Dutasteride without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Apo Dutasteride to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
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 Apo 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 Apo 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.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Apo Dutasteride. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Apo Dutasteride with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Apo Dutasteride.
Each pale yellow, oblong, soft gelatin capsule, imprinted with "APO" on one side and "D 0.5" on the other side, contains dutasteride 0.5 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene, mono- and di-glycerides of caprilic/capric acids; capsule shell: gelatin, glycerine, purified water, titanium dioxide, and yellow ferric oxide.
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