Samsung 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. Since no data are available on administration of this medicine to patients with hepatic impairment, the recommended dose of this medicine in patients with hepatic impairment has not been established.

This medication can be absorbed through the skin, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not touch or handle this medication. Particularly, avoid contact with broken or crushed pieces of the medication. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established for children under 18 years of age, so it should not be used in this population. Women, children under 18 years old, individuals allergic to this medication or similar ingredients, and individuals with certain inherited lactose-related disorders should not take this medication. Adult men who plan to conceive should use this medication cautiously, as it may affect reproductive ability, according to a doctor's judgment. Patients with urinary issues or impaired liver function need to exercise caution when taking this medication, as severe side effects such as urinary retention may occur, warranting careful observation. Additionally, since this medication is metabolized in the liver, caution is required as co-administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase blood levels of this medication. During treatment with this medication, sexual function-related adverse reactions may occur, such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculatory disorders, which may persist even after discontinuing the medication. In rare cases, allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, hives, depression, hair loss, and testicular pain may occur. This medication can lower PSA levels, which are important for diagnosing prostate cancer, so doctors should regularly check PSA levels before and during treatment, and interpret the results with caution. Donation of blood is prohibited during treatment with this medication, and at least 6 months must pass after the last dose before donating blood. This medication is unlikely to affect driving or the ability to operate machinery. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote; supportive treatment should be given based on symptoms, and recovery may take time due to the long half-life of the medication. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Light yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3]