Dutastic
Dutastic Products are primarily used for
Hair loss, Benign prostatic hyperplasia
About Dutastic Products
Uses of Dutastic Products
Dutasteride is used in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Dutastic Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dutastic are Impotence, Decreased libido, Ejaculation disorder, Breast enlargement in male, Breast tenderness in male.
How Dutastic Products work
Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. It blocks an enzyme which 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 the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.
Patient Concerns about Dutastic Products
Frequently asked questions about Dutastic Products
Frequently asked questions about Dutasteride
Q. What is Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet used for?
Dutastic 0.5mg 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.
Q. What are the most serious side effects of Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet?
Some rare but serious side effects of Dutastic 0.5mg 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.
Q. Can Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet affect fertility or semen quality?
Yes. Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet can reduce sperm count, semen volume, and sperm movement. These effects may lower fertility, but they usually improve after stopping the Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet treatment.
Q. Can Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?
Yes. Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet lowers PSA levels by about 50 percent, which could hide early signs of prostate cancer. Tell your doctor you are taking Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet before doing a PSA test.
Q. Can I donate blood while on Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet?
No. You should not donate blood until at least 6 months after your last Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet dose. This helps prevent the drug from being passed, including to pregnant women, through transfusion.
Q. Is Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet used to prevent prostate cancer?
No, Dutastic 0.5mg 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.
Q. How long does Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet take to work?
The exact time Dutastic 0.5mg 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.
Q. Can Dutastic 0.5mg 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.
Q. Do I have to take Dutastic 0.5mg Tablet forever?
You may need to take Dutastic 0.5mg 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.