5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule

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5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It shrinks the size of the enlarged prostate gland to relieve symptoms like pain and difficulty in passing urine.

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General Information

Contains

Dutasteride (0.5mg)

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Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule should be taken by mouth with or without food. This medicine is given for a long time and takes a few months to show its effects. Thus, it is important to take it as advised by the doctor and complete the full course of treatment.

Common side effects of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule include low sexual drive, ejaculation disorder, breast enlargement, and breast tenderness. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor for guidance.

It is advised not to donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule. Let your doctor know if you have any other preexisting medical conditions before using this medicine. Let your doctor also know if you have a history of allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in this medicine. 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is not indicated for use in women.

Uses of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, common in older men. It can press on the urethra and cause problems like frequent urination, difficulty starting or stopping urine flow, and a weak stream. 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule helps shrink the enlarged prostate over time, easing these urinary symptoms and reducing the need for surgery. It can also lower the risk of urinary retention, offering long-term relief and improved quality of life.

Side effects of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of 5 Alpha R D

Breast tenderness in male
Impotence
Decreased libido
Ejaculation disorder
Breast enlargement in male

How to use 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How 5 Alpha R D Capsule works

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks an enzyme that is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes the prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.

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Quick tips

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects, such as low sexual drive.
Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is not indicated for use in women.

Driving

SAFE

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule in patients with liver disease.
Use of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking 5 Alpha R D with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Isavuconazole (Oral Route)

watch out for symptoms such as reduced sexual drive, dizziness, blisters or mood changes and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the doses as per the observations. Isavuconazole may raise blood levels of Dutasteride.

Moderate

Aprepitant (Oral Route)

Moderate

Aprepitant (Injection Route)

Moderate

Atazanavir (Oral Route)

Moderate

Cholestyramine (Oral Route)

To take Dutasteride, ensure a gap of 1 hour before and 6 hours after taking Cholestyramine. Cholestyramine may reduce the efficacy of Dutasteride.

Frequently asked questions

What is 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule used for?

5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in men. It helps improve urination, reduces the risk of urinary blockage, and may lower the chance of needing prostate surgery.

What are the most serious side effects of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule?

Some rare but serious side effects of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule include high-grade prostate cancer, allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing trouble), breast changes (lumps, pain, enlargement), and sexual problems like erectile dysfunction or low sex drive. If you notice any of these, contact your doctor.

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule affect fertility or semen quality?

Yes. 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule can reduce sperm count, semen volume, and sperm movement. These effects may lower fertility, but they usually improve after stopping the 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule treatment.

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?

Yes. 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule lowers PSA levels by about 50 percent, which could hide early signs of prostate cancer. Tell your doctor you are taking 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule before doing a PSA test.

Can I donate blood while on 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule?

No. You should not donate blood until at least 6 months after your last 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule dose. This helps prevent the drug from being passed, including to pregnant women, through transfusion.

Is 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule used to prevent prostate cancer?

No, 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule is not approved for preventing prostate cancer, and it may slightly increase the risk of a more aggressive type of prostate cancer in some men.

How long does 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule take to work?

The exact time 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule takes to show results is not known. However, it may take 3 to 6 months to see noticeable improvement in symptoms, as the prostate shrinks gradually over time.

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule be taken with other medications?

Yes, it’s often combined with tamsulosin for better symptom relief. However, always check with your doctor before mixing medications.

Do I have to take 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule forever?

You may need to take 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule long-term to keep symptoms under control. Stopping the medication on your own could allow your prostate to grow again. Your doctor will guide you on how long to take it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Androgen derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)

References

Chrousos GP. The Gonadal Hormones & Inhibitors. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 723.
Dutasteride. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: GlaxoSmithKline; 2001 [revised Jun. 2008]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Dutasteride [Product Monograph]. Mississauga, Ontario: GlaxoSmithKline Inc.; 2013. [Accessed 20 June 2023]. (online) Available from:
CiplaMed: Dutasteride [Prescribing Information]. 2013. [Accessed 06 Mar. 2025]. (online) Available from:

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Product introduction

Uses of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Benefits of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

Side effects of 5 Alpha R D Capsule

How to use 5 Alpha R D Capsule

How 5 Alpha R D Capsule works

All substitutes for 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Isavuconazole (Oral Route)

Aprepitant (Oral Route)

Aprepitant (Injection Route)

Atazanavir (Oral Route)

Cholestyramine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule used for?

What are the most serious side effects of 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule?

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule affect fertility or semen quality?

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?

Can I donate blood while on 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule?

Is 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule used to prevent prostate cancer?

How long does 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule take to work?

Can 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule be taken with other medications?

Do I have to take 5 Alpha R D 0.5mg Capsule forever?

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