Medication info

Avorid Tablet 0.5 mg (Dutasteride)

Prescription medicationTabletOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Dutasteride›0.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Prime Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light blue round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets - 30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201908144 · Approved 2019.11.28

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.10.16. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and male pattern hair loss in adult men
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
The recommended dose of this drug is 1 tablet (0.5mg) once daily. Swallow this drug whole without chewing or splitting it. This drug may be taken with or without food. Dose adjustment is not necessary in patients with renal impairment or older adults. Since there are no data on administration of this drug to patients with hepatic impairment, the recommended dose in patients with hepatic impairment has not been established.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Prime Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and male pattern hair loss in adult men

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia
  • acute urinary retention
  • male pattern hair loss
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This medication is used to improve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, reduce the risk of acute urinary retention, and decrease the need for related surgeries. Additionally, it is effective in treating male pattern hair loss in adult men. This drug helps manage prostate health and hair loss simultaneously.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this drug is 1 tablet (0.5mg) once daily. Swallow this drug whole without chewing or splitting it. This drug may be taken with or without food. Dose adjustment is not necessary in patients with renal impairment or older adults. Since there are no data on administration of this drug to patients with hepatic impairment, the recommended dose in patients with hepatic impairment has not been established.

Precautions

This drug can be absorbed through the skin, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not touch or take this medication. In particular, it is advised to avoid handling broken or crushed pieces of this medication, and children should also be kept from exposure to pieces of this drug. This medication is not to be used by women or children under the age of 18. Additionally, patients with allergy to this drug or its ingredients, or patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance should not take it. Men planning to conceive should carefully use this medication after consultation with a physician, as it may affect fertility. Patients with severe urinary symptoms or liver dysfunction should also exercise caution when taking this medication. The drug concentration may vary when used with certain enzyme inhibitors, so follow a physician's instructions during co-administration. This drug may rarely cause various side effects such as skin rash, depression, hair loss, testicular pain, etc., and some side effects may persist even after discontinuation. Prolonged use may result in sexual dysfunction or breast disorders, so immediate consultation with healthcare providers is necessary if symptoms occur. During treatment with this medication, it is essential to regularly monitor health conditions, including prostate cancer screenings, and careful interpretation of blood test results is required. Patients taking this medication should not donate blood for at least 6 months to prevent the drug from being transmitted to pregnant women. In case of overdose, as there is no specific antidote, seek appropriate medical treatment immediately if symptoms are suspected. This drug should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality. Although it is known not to affect driving or machinery operation, caution is needed as it may vary between individuals.

Side effects

  • Erectile dysfunction
  • decreased libido
  • ejaculation disorder
  • gynecomastia
  • headache
  • gastrointestinal discomfort and pain
  • sexual dysfunction
  • breast disorders
  • dizziness
  • rash
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  • pruritus
  • hives
  • local edema
  • severe skin reactions
  • angioedema
  • depressed mood
  • alopecia
  • hypertrichosis
  • testicular pain
  • testicular swelling
  • male breast cancer
  • dyspepsia
  • insomnia
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • allergy
  • fever
  • congestion
  • thrombotic stroke
  • lung cancer
  • pulmonary embolism
  • pneumonia
  • dry mouth
  • constipation
  • cramps
  • orofacial dyskinesia
  • vomiting
  • colon polyps
  • epigastric discomfort
  • asthenia
  • deep vein thrombosis
  • chills
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • hemorrhoids
  • pain
  • fatigue
  • increased SGPT
  • rash
  • sexual dysfunction
  • pharyngitis
  • appendicitis
  • fracture
  • viral infection
  • acne
  • fungal dermatitis
  • seborrhea
  • skin diseases
  • increased SGOT
  • folliculitis
  • eczema
  • fatty liver
  • chest pain
  • palpitations
  • warts
  • contact dermatitis
  • dry skin
  • peptic ulcer
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • drowsiness
  • hyperbilirubinemia
  • upper respiratory infection
  • unspecified abrasion
  • surgical intervention
  • laceration
  • hyperuricemia
  • hypertriglyceridemia
  • weight gain
  • paresthesia
  • reduced testosterone
  • skeletal pain
  • plantar fasciitis
  • bacterial infection
  • purpura
  • epistaxis
  • blepharitis
  • benign laryngeal neoplasm
  • kidney stones
  • dysgeusia
  • telangiectasia

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light blue round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets - 30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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