Duta and Soft Capsule 0.5mg (Dutasteride)

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medicine is 1 capsule (0.5mg) once daily. Swallow this medicine whole without chewing or splitting it, as exposure to the capsule contents may cause irritation of the oropharyngeal mucosa. This medicine may be taken with or without food. No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with renal impairment or older patients. The recommended dose of this medicine in patients with hepatic impairment has not been established, as no data are available on its use in these patients.

This medication can be absorbed through the skin; therefore, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid touching or handling this medication. If the capsule is broken and the medication comes into contact with the skin, it should be washed immediately with soap and water. Children under 18 years of age should not use this medication, and care must be taken to keep it out of the reach of children. This medication should not be administered to women and patients under 18 years of age, nor should anyone who is allergic to this medication or its ingredients use it. Men planning to conceive should use this medication cautiously after consulting their doctor, as it may affect reproductive ability. Patients with severe urinary obstruction or liver function issues should exercise caution when using this medication and closely monitor for adverse effects. This medication may alter drug concentrations when used in combination with other drugs, especially strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, so caution is advised. During the course of using this medication, erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders may occur, and some side effects may persist even after discontinuation of the medication. Long-term use may present breast-related unusual symptoms such as breast tenderness or enlargement, so patients should inform their doctor of any such symptoms. While using this medication, the PSA levels for prostate cancer testing may decrease, thus it is necessary to consider this when interpreting PSA test results and to undergo regular testing. Patients taking this medication should refrain from donating blood for at least 6 months after the last dose to prevent transmission of the drug to pregnant women during transfusions or blood donations. Though it is known not to affect driving or machinery operation, individual variations may occur, so caution is advised. There is no specific antidote for overdose; therefore, if symptoms appear, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and kept in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

• Erectile dysfunction
• decreased libido
• ejaculation dysfunction
• 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 from entering and should be kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Transparent or translucent soft oval capsules containing a colorless transparent liquid or pale yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/PET [(10 capsules/PET x 3)]