Dutamo Tablet 0.5 mg (Dutasteride)

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet (0.5mg) once daily. Swallow the tablet whole without chewing or splitting it. This medication may be taken with or without food. No dose adjustment is necessary for 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 for these patients has not been established.

This drug can be absorbed through the skin, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not touch or handle this medication. It is particularly important to avoid touching broken or crushed pieces of this drug, as this poses a risk of affecting the normal development of the male fetus's genitalia. Children should also be careful not to touch broken pieces of this drug. This drug is prohibited for use in women and children under 18 years of age. Additionally, patients who are allergic to this drug or its ingredients should not be administered this medication. Men planning on having children should carefully use this drug under medical supervision, as it can affect reproductive ability. Caution is also necessary when using this drug in patients with severely impaired urinary function or liver problems. Furthermore, the blood concentration of this drug may change when used in combination with drugs that inhibit certain enzymes. During the use of this drug, sexual function-related side effects such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders may occur. In some patients, gynecomastia may develop. These side effects may persist even after discontinuing the medication, so consult with a doctor if any unusual symptoms arise. Additionally, this drug can lower PSA levels used in prostate cancer testing, so be sure to inform the doctor about taking this medication when undergoing PSA tests. Regular checks of prostate health should be performed during the use of this drug. Moreover, do not donate blood during the use of this drug or for at least 6 months afterward, to prevent it from being administered to pregnant women. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose, thus symptomatic treatment should be provided, and this drug has a long half-life, which may cause it to remain in the body for an extended period. This drug must be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation in quality. Finally, this drug is known not to affect driving or machine operation ability; however, caution is warranted if adverse reactions occur.

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

This drug should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow elongated film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP×3)]