Dutacare Tablet 0.5 mg (Dutasteride)

Adult dose

The recommended dose is 1 tablet (0.5mg) once daily. Swallow this medicine whole without chewing or splitting it. This medicine may be taken with or without food. No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with renal impairment or elderly patients. The recommended dose in patients with hepatic impairment has not been established because there are no data on administration of this medicine to patients with hepatic impairment.

This medication can be absorbed through the skin, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle this medication directly. In particular, because this medication may interfere with the normal genital development of male fetuses, women should avoid touching broken or crushed pieces of this medication. Children should also be cautioned to avoid touching broken pieces of this medication as it can be absorbed through the skin. This medication is not recommended for use by women or children under 18 years of age, and individuals with allergies to this medication or similar components should not use it. Adult males planning to conceive should use this medication with caution as it may affect fertility, and should consult a doctor. Patients who have difficulty urinating or severe urinary symptoms should use this medication with particular caution and should closely monitor for the occurrence of urinary retention. Patients with liver dysfunction should use this medication carefully considering the metabolic process in the liver. Additionally, patients taking strong CYP3A4 enzyme inhibitors should be cautious as the blood concentration of this medication may increase. This medication is primarily used in males and may cause erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders as side effects related to sexual function. These side effects may persist even after discontinuation of treatment, so patients should consult a doctor if symptoms occur. Furthermore, while taking this medication, patients should regularly undergo PSA tests and digital rectal examinations to check prostate health status. This medication may lower PSA levels, so changes before and after administration should be considered when interpreting PSA test results. Patients should avoid donating blood for at least 6 months during and after taking this medication to prevent drug transmission to pregnant women. Long-term use may cause changes in male breast tissue, so it is important to inform medical personnel immediately if any abnormalities are felt in the breast. In the event of an overdose, there is no specific antidote, so if symptoms are suspected, patients should visit a medical institution for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• ejaculation disorders
• gynecomastia
• headache
• gastrointestinal discomfort and pain
• sexual dysfunction
• dizziness
• rash
• itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Pale yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)