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AVODART (Dutasteride) is prescribed by the physicians for the male patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition of enlarged prostate that cause urinary retention. AVODART (Dutasteride) is a 5-Alpha reductase inhibitor that inhibits the conversion of Testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which causes the prostatic enlargement. AVODART (Dutasteride) reduce the risk of surgery in BPH by increasing the urinary flow. AVODART (Dutasteride) can be given as a monotherapy or as a combination therapy with Tamsulosin. AVODART (Dutasteride) is also used in Male Pattern Baldness (MPB) as an off-label use. AVODART (Dutasteride) is contraindicated in the female patients and paediatric patients of both genders.
Who should not take AVODART (Dutasteride)?
AVODART (Dutasteride) is contraindicated in the patients taking drugs like Nefazodone, Isoniazid (INH), calcium channel blockers like Dilitiazem, Nicardipine and Verapamil, Quinidine, Clarithromycin, erythromycin, Conivaptan, Ketoconazole, Itraconazole, Clotrimazole and HIV-Protease inhibitors like the Saquinavir, Ritonavir, Indinavir, Nelfinavir and Delaviridin group of drugs. AVODART (Dutasteride) is contraindicated for the females and the children, foetus of both genders. The male patients with Liver disorders, problems or difficult in micturition (Urination), Bladder muscle disorder associated with urethral stricture. AVODART (Dutasteride) is also contraindicated in the male patients having Prostate malignancy (Cancer). This is a Pregnancy –X category drug, according to FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the pregnant women should refrain from handling this drug with bare hands, since it can pass through the skin. If contacted physically, they should wash the hands with soap water immediately, because of its potential teratogenic effect. If you are allergic to AVODART (Dutasteride) or similar drugs like Finasteride, you must consult your Physician before taking the medication. If the blood containing AVODART (Dutasteride) is transfused to pregnant women, it can cause teratogenic effects. If you are a nursing mother, you should not take AVODART (Dutasteride), as it can pass through the breast milk and harm your baby.
AVODART (Dutasteride) Side Effects:
The common side effects of AVODART (Dutasteride) are breast anomalies like Gynaecomastia (breast enlargement), breast tenderness and pain, Seminal ejaculation disorders includes decreased amount of semen released after the sexual orgasm, loss of sexual drive (loss of libido) and impotence and rarely hair loss can occur. However, most of the uncommon side effects may vary from person to person.
How should I take AVODART (Dutasteride)?
The recommended oral dosage for the AVODART (Dutasteride) is 0.5 mg once daily. For the combined therapy, the recommended dosage is 0.5 mg of AVODART (Dutasteride) with 0.4 mg of Tamsulosin daily. For the visible benefits, you have to take AVODART (Dutasteride) at least one to two months daily. And the periodical evaluation and monitoring for the assessment of the beneficial effects and the side effects of AVODART (Dutasteride) is recommended. The following instruction should be followed to take the AVODART (Dutasteride) – 0.5 mg oral dosage daily: (1) Take AVODART (Dutasteride) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take AVODART (Dutasteride) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take AVODART (Dutasteride) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take AVODART (Dutasteride) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take AVODART (Dutasteride) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow AVODART (Dutasteride) whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep AVODART (Dutasteride) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking AVODART (Dutasteride) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking AVODART (Dutasteride) for as long as your health care provider tells you. To treat your problems or keep you away from getting these symptoms, you have to take AVODART (Dutasteride) as often and in the way AVODART (Dutasteride) as prescribed.
How should I take AVODART (Dutasteride)?
Take AVODART (Dutasteride) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
You can take AVODART (Dutasteride) anytime disregard of food intake.
If you find any abnormal changes in the breast like breast enlargement or nipple discharge, stop taking AVODART (Dutasteride) and consult the doctor right away.
For the visible benefits, you have to take AVODART (Dutasteride) at least six months.
Do not donate blood up to six months after the treatment of AVODART (Dutasteride).
To monitor the progress of the disease and the therapeutic benefits of AVODART (Dutasteride), you must perform Prostate specific physical examination and laboratory test like Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA).
For AVODART (Dutasteride) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take AVODART (Dutasteride) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Do not stop taking AVODART (Dutasteride) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
If you are a pregnant female, you should refrain from the handling of AVODART (Dutasteride), as it can cause teratogenic effects in the unborn foetus.
Store AVODART (Dutasteride) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep AVODART (Dutasteride) away from the reach of children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of AVODART (Dutasteride)?
Take the missed dose of AVODART (Dutasteride) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take AVODART (Dutasteride) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of AVODART (Dutasteride)?
Seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on AVODART (Dutasteride)?
AVODART (Dutasteride) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for AVODART (Dutasteride) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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