Medicine information
Uses & overview
DUTASPRIDE 0.5 Capsules are a pharmaceutical formulation from Steris Healthcare, containing Dutasteride 0.5 mg as the active ingredient. Dutasteride belongs to a class of medicines known as 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone involved in prostate growth. By reducing DHT levels, Dutasteride can help reduce prostate enlargement and improve urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dutasteride is generally used as a long-term treatment, and improvement in symptoms may take time. It may also reduce the risk of acute urinary retention and the need for BPH-related surgery in appropriate patients. DUTASPRIDE 0.5 should be used only under the supervision and prescription of a qualified healthcare professional.
How to use
Take DUTASPRIDE 0.5 Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the capsule whole with water. Do not chew, crush, or open the capsule, as the contents may irritate the mouth or throat. It can generally be taken with or without food. Take it at approximately the same time each day and do not change the dose or stop treatment without consulting your doctor.
Storage
Store DUTASPRIDE 0.5 Capsules in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine in its original packaging and out of reach of children. Do not use the capsules after the expiry date.
