Dutam 0.5 mg Tablet (Dutasteride)

Adult dose

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

This medication can be absorbed through the skin; therefore, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not touch or use this medication under any circumstances. It is particularly dangerous as this medication can affect the normal genital development of male fetuses. Care should be taken to avoid contact with broken or crushed pieces of this medication, and children should also not be exposed to this medication. Women, children under 18 years, and individuals allergic to this medication or similar components should not take this medication. Adult men planning to conceive should consult a doctor as this medication may affect fertility and should be used with caution. Special precautions are also necessary for patients with urinary obstruction or poor liver function. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor if you are taking powerful CYP3A4 inhibitors and use caution during polypharmacy. While taking this medication, erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders may occur, and these symptoms may persist after discontinuation of the medication. Regular blood tests to check prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels are necessary; this medication lowers PSA levels, so care is needed when interpreting test results. Blood donation is prohibited while taking this medication, and a minimum of 6 months after the last dose is required before one can donate blood. Long-term use has been reported to increase the risk of changes in breast tissue or high-grade prostate cancer, so any unusual symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare provider immediately. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so if symptoms appear, you should seek appropriate medical treatment promptly. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in the original container for safety. Although this medication is known not to affect the ability to drive or operate machinery, individual variations may occur, so caution is necessary.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)