Dutasteride Tablet 0.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medicine 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 dose 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 the administration of this medicine to patients with hepatic impairment.

This medication is absorbed through the skin, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not handle or come into direct contact with this medication. In particular, touching broken or crushed pieces of this medication should be avoided, as it may affect the fetus. Children should also be cautious not to touch broken pieces of this medication. Women, children under 18 years of age, and individuals with allergies to this medication or similar components should not take this medication. Adult men planning to conceive should exercise caution when using this medication, as it may affect reproductive capacity, following a doctor's advice. Patients with urinary issues or poor liver function should also use caution when taking this medication. Additionally, if taking medications that strongly inhibit the specific liver metabolic enzyme CYP3A4, attention should be paid as it may increase the blood concentration of this medication. While taking this medication, side effects related to sexual function such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders may occur. These side effects may persist even after discontinuation, so report any unusual symptoms to medical professionals. Long-term use may also result in sexual dysfunction or breast disorders, so regular examinations are necessary. This medication may affect blood tests used to diagnose prostate cancer (PSA levels), so regular testing should be done before and during use. After use, PSA levels should be adjusted to new baseline levels within approximately 3-6 months, and continuous monitoring is required thereafter. Donating blood should be avoided while taking this medication, and for at least 6 months after discontinuation. This medication is known not to affect driving or machinery operation; however, individual variations may occur, so caution is needed. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so if symptoms appear, seek appropriate medical treatment immediately at a healthcare facility. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration of quality. Finally, this medication is contraindicated for women and should never be taken or handled by pregnant women, as it can cause severe effects on the fetus.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure. It is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale yellow, oval, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)