Dutadense Tablet
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Product introduction
Dutadense Tablet 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.
Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet. 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. Dutadense Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Uses of Dutadense Tablet
Benefits of Dutadense Tablet
In 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. Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet
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 Dutadense
- Breast tenderness in male
- Impotence
- Decreased libido
- Ejaculation disorder
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use Dutadense Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dutadense Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Dutadense Tablet works
Dutadense Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dutadense Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Dutadense Tablet 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.
Dutadense Tablet is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.
Dutadense Tablet is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Dutadense Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Dutadense Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Dutadense Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
Dutadense Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dutadense Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Dutadense Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Dutadense Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Dutadense Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Dutadense Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dutadense Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Dutadense Tablet may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Dutadense Tablet. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgen derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Dutadense with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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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 pe
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 pe
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Dutadense Tablet used for?
Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet?
Some rare but serious side effects of Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet affect fertility or semen quality?
Yes. Dutadense Tablet can reduce sperm count, semen volume, and sperm movement. These effects may lower fertility, but they usually improve after stopping the Dutadense Tablet treatment.
Can Dutadense Tablet affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?
Yes. Dutadense Tablet lowers PSA levels by about 50 percent, which could hide early signs of prostate cancer. Tell your doctor you are taking Dutadense Tablet before doing a PSA test.
Can I donate blood while on Dutadense Tablet?
No. You should not donate blood until at least 6 months after your last Dutadense Tablet dose. This helps prevent the drug from being passed, including to pregnant women, through transfusion.
Is Dutadense Tablet used to prevent prostate cancer?
No, Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet take to work?
The exact time Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet 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 Dutadense Tablet forever?
You may need to take Dutadense Tablet 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.
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