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