Dutas 0.5mg Strip Of 30 Capsules
Dutas 0.5 MG Description
Dutas capsule is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostate. It is a condition characterized by urinary problems such as difficulty in passing urine, voided urine,
pain while urinating, etc. Dutas capsule contains dutasteride as its active ingredient. Avoid handling Dutas capsule with bare hands, as it can get absorbed through the skin. This medicine releases in semen and if gets exposed to the growing fetus it may adversely harm the growing fetus. This medicine may alter sperm motility, counts, and can also cause harm to the growing fetus if it is exposed to the affected semen. If pregnant women come in contact with the capsule, the contact area should be washed immediately with soap and water.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹1118.70 |
You Save | ₹152.55 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Dutasteride(0.5 Mg) |
Uses | Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) |
Side effects | Erectile dysfunction, breast enlargement, dizziness, altered sexual activiity |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA |
Uses of Dutas 0.5 MG
Contraindications of Dutas 0.5 MG
- If you are allergic to dutasteride or any other ingredient of Dutas capsule.
- If you have a severe liver disorder.
- If you are a woman, child and adolescent.
Side effects of Dutas 0.5 MG
- Erectile dysfunction
- Difficulty in ejaculation
- Decreased sperm count
- Breast enlargement
- Dizziness
- Altered sexual activity
Precautions and Warnings of Dutas 0.5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any liver problems, your doctor may advise a few liver function tests before and during the course of treatment.
- You are sexually active.
- Your partner is pregnant, exposing her to your semen may adversely affect your baby.
- You are undergoing prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test, as Dutas capsule may alter the results.
- You notice or experience any lump in the breast or discharge from the nipple, pain and breast enlargement, after taking this medicine.
- Dutas capsule should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action of Dutas 0.5 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Dutas 0.5 MG
Interactions of Dutas 0.5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Dutas capsule works, or dutasteride itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines for eg. to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
Storage and disposal of Dutas 0.5 MG
- Store below 30°C in the original package.
- Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pet.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.
- Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Dosage of Dutas 0.5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Dutas capsule?
Q: Are Dutasteride and Tamsulosin both the same?
Q: Is Dutas capsule affects the fertility?
Q: Is Dutas tablet a steroid?
Q: What is the composition of Dutas 0.5 tablet?
Q: What are the side effects of Dutas tablet?
References
- Dutasteride 0.5 mg capsules, soft - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
- Dutasteride 0.5 mg capsules, soft - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
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