How does Dutas (Dutasteride) work:

Dutas (Dutasteride) is commonly used to reduce an enlarged prostate in men with a condition called benign nodular hyperplasia of prostate (BPH). The drug operates by lowering amounts of the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It is able to reduce urinary problems and can enhance the flow of the urine. The main active ingredient Dutasteride can treat androgenic alopecia, also known as hair thinning or male pattern hair loss.

Prostate growth is caused by dihydrotestosterone (hormone in the blood). Dutasteride lowers DHT production in the body, produces a reduction of the enlarged prostate. Prostate growth normally happens gradually over time. The reduction of the size of an enlarged prostate and the improvement of its symptoms will usually take some time as well. Patients have reported less discomforts after around three months of Dutas therapy. Usually it takes round about six months to observe a proper workability of Dutas.

Dosage & Administration:

It is recommended to take 1 capsule (0,5mg) daily. Swallow the capsule whole with or without food. Your individual dosage might be different as instructed by your physician or pharmacist. Never change your dosage on your own, or stop taking the medicine unless instructed by the physician. It is advised to apply the medicine always at the same time of the day. In case you should not be able to administer your capsule as directed by your time schedule, take the capsule as soon as possible. Note to never use a double dose of Dutas.

A daily dose of 2.5mg seems to achieve the best results for the treatment of hair loss.

Discuss with your physician which dose is suitable for you to achieve the best results.

Side Effects:

Certain side effects with Dutas may occur. Although some men will not experience any of the following symptoms. If you should observe ceratin reactions in your body contact a physician. Some adverse reactions may need medical assistance.

• Decrease in sex drive
• Breast enlargement
• Breast tenderness
• Erectile dysfunction
• Ejaculation disorders

Precautions:

Do not apply Dutas if you are allergic or hypersensitive to Dutasteride. Further do apply Dutas cautious in case of mild to moderately decreased liver function. In case you ever had prostate cancer or a liver disease it is important to mention this to your physician or pharmacist.

Further Advice:

Dutas is for male use only. To avoid any possible risk to a developing male foetus, men whose partners are pregnant or maybe pregnant should use condoms during intercourse, since this medicine may pass into the semen.