What is Dutasteride: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Dutasteride

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or open it.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or open it.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

What to do if you miss a dose of Dutasteride

Dutasteride contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to dutasteride or similar medicines, including finasteride.

Dutasteride warnings

• Do not donate blood for at least 6 months after you stop taking this medicine.

• Women who are pregnant should avoid touching or handling this medicine because it can harm an unborn male baby. If a pregnant woman gets this medicine on her skin, wash the area immediately with soap and water.

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• This medicine may increase your risk of high-grade prostate cancer.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

Dutasteride interactions

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• This medicine may increase your risk of high-grade prostate cancer.

• Do not donate blood for at least 6 months after you stop taking this medicine.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Some medicines can affect how dutasteride works. Tell your doctor if you are also using cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, diltiazem, ketoconazole, ritonavir, troleandomycin, and verapamil.

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease.