Dutascar 0.5mg Weichkapseln 30 Stk.(Dutasterid)

The medicine is used to treat men with an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). This is a benign enlargement of the prostate caused by excess of the hormone dihydrotestosterone.
The active substance is dutasteride. It belongs to a group of drugs called 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
When the prostate becomes enlarged, it can cause problems with urine flow, such as: B. repeated urge to urinate and frequent urination. An intermittent and weak urine stream may also occur. If left untreated, the risk of complete blockage of urine flow (acute urinary retention) increases. This requires immediate medical treatment. Sometimes surgery is necessary to reduce the size of the prostate or remove the prostate completely. The medicine reduces the production of the hormone dihydrotestosterone, which causes the prostate to contract again and relieve symptoms. It also reduces the risk of acute urinary retention and the need for surgery.
The medicine can also be used together with the medicine tamsulosin (which is used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate).
The medicine cannot be taken
if you are allergic to dutasteride, other 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
if you suffer from severe liver dysfunction.
Do not take this medicine without talking to your doctor first if you think any of these apply to you.
This medicine is for men only. It should not be taken by women, children and adolescents.
Always take your medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you do not take it regularly, it may affect your PSA level monitoring. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How much should you take?
The recommended dose is 1 capsule (0.5 mg) once a day.
Treatment with the drug is designed for a longer period of time. Some patients notice an improvement in their symptoms early, others have to take the softgels for 6 months or longer until there is noticeable improvement. Take the softgels for as long as your doctor prescribes.
If you took more than you should
If you take too many softgels, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
If you forget to take it
Do not take a double dose if you forget to take the previous dose, but continue treatment as usual at the usual time.
If you stop taking it
Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor. It may take up to 6 months or longer before you notice noticeable improvement.
If you have any more questions about using this medication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.