Dutadon Tablet
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Product introduction
Dutadon 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.
Dutadon 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 Dutadon 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 Dutadon 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. Dutadon Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Uses of Dutadon Tablet
Benefits of Dutadon Tablet
In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Dutadon Tablet helps treat an enlarged prostate (BPH) by reducing a hormone called DHT, which causes prostate growth. This helps shrink the prostate, making it easier to urinate with a stronger stream and less urgency. It also lowers the risk of needing surgery for BPH. However, Dutadon Tablet may take a few months to work and may cause side effects like reduced sex drive.
Side effects of Dutadon 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 Dutadon
- Breast tenderness in male
- Impotence
- Decreased libido
- Ejaculation disorder
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use Dutadon 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. Dutadon Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dutadon Tablet works
Dutadon 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 Dutadon Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Dutadon Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Dutadon Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Dutadon Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Dutadon Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
Dutadon Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dutadon Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dutadon Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dutadon Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dutadon Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Dutadon Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Dutadon Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Dutadon Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dutadon 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
- Dutadon Tablet may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Dutadon Tablet. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Dutadon 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 Dutadon Tablet.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgen Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Dutadon 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
User feedback
Patients taking Dutadon Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
9%
Twice A Week
2%
Thrice A week
2%
Alternate Day
2%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Dutadon Tablet for?
Others
94%
Benign prosta*
6%
*Benign prostatic hyperplasia
How much was the improvement?
Average
57%
Excellent
29%
Poor
14%
What were the side-effects while using Dutadon Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Dutadon Tablet?
With or witho*
80%
With food
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Dutadon Tablet on price
Expensive
58%
Average
25%
Not Expensive
17%
FAQs
What is Dutadon Tablet used for?
Dutadon Tablet is used to treat an enlarged prostate (BPH). It helps shrink the prostate, making it easier to urinate and reducing the risk of complications like urinary retention or surgery.
How long does Dutadon Tablet take to work?
It may take 3 to 6 months to see noticeable improvement in symptoms, as the prostate shrinks gradually over time.
Does Dutadon Tablet have any side effects?
Some men may experience reduced sex drive, erectile issues, ejaculation disorders, or breast tenderness, but these side effects are uncommon. If they bother you, talk to your doctor.
Can Dutadon 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.
Will I need to take Dutadon Tablet forever?
You may need to take it long-term to keep symptoms under control. Stopping the medication could allow your prostate to grow again. Your doctor will guide you on how long to take it.
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