Avodart 0.5mg Capsules

Uses: This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (Benign prostatic hyperplasia-Bph). It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of bph such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (Including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat bph. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate anti cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate anti cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children. How to use: dutasteride Read the patient information leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking this medication and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the medication whole. Do not crush or chew the capsules. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication. It may take 3 to 6 months to notice an improvement in symptoms. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.
Equivalent Brands:
Avodart 0.5mg Capsules equivalent/ substitute for brands Duagen, Dutas,uses=Avodart (generic name Avodar) is used in the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.