dutasteride
Brand names: Dutasteride and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride
# Dutasteride: What You Need to Know Dutasteride is a medication used to treat an enlarged prostate gland in men, a condition that can make it difficult to urinate. The drug works by blocking a natural substance in the body that causes the prostate to grow larger. Men who take dutasteride usually see improvement in their urinary symptoms after several months of regular use. It comes as a capsule that you swallow by mouth, and your doctor will tell you the correct dose and how long to take it. Since dutasteride is broken down by the body in a specific way, it's important to tell your doctor about all other medicines you're taking before starting this drug. Some medications can affect how dutasteride works in your body, so your doctor needs to know your complete medical history. Men should not handle crushed or broken dutasteride capsules, especially women and children, since the drug can be absorbed through the skin and cause serious problems during pregnancy. Like all medicines, dutasteride can cause side effects, so discuss any concerns with your doctor and report any unusual symptoms while taking it.
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Check Your Medications →Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE1,482 reports
- DYSPNOEA1,268 reports
- FATIGUE1,179 reports
- DIZZINESS1,050 reports
- ASTHENIA956 reports
- DIARRHOEA935 reports
- FALL837 reports
- OFF LABEL USE805 reports
- NAUSEA712 reports
- MALAISE677 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
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