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Dutamax Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Dutamax Tablet is a product of Galcare Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Composition: Dutasteride (0.5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Dutamax Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Dutamax Tablet

Description:

Dutamax Tablet is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It shrinks the size of the enlarged prostate gland to relieve symptoms like pain and difficulty in passing urine.

Dutamax Tablet should be taken by mouth with or without food. This medicine is given for a long time and takes a few months to show its effects. Thus, it is important to take it as advised by the doctor and complete the full course of treatment.


Ordinary side effects of Dutamax Tablet include low sexual drive, ejaculation disorder, breast enlargement, and breast tenderness. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor for guidance.


It is advised not to donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Dutamax Tablet. Let your doctor know if you have any other preexisting medical conditions before using this medicine. Let your doctor also know if you have a history of allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in this medicine. Dutamax Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dutamax Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Dutamax

  • Breast tenderness in male
  • Impotence
  • Decreased libido
  • Ejaculation disorder
  • Breast enlargement in male

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dutamax Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Dutamax Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Dutamax Tablet is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Dutamax Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Dutamax Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
Dutamax Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dutamax Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dutamax Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dutamax Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dutamax Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Dutamax Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Dutamax Tablet used for?

Dutamax Tablet is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in men. It helps improve urination, reduces the risk of urinary blockage, and may lower the chance of needing prostate surgery.

What are the most serious side effects of Dutamax Tablet?

Some rare but serious side effects of Dutamax Tablet include high-grade prostate cancer, allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing trouble), breast changes (lumps, pain, enlargement), and sexual problems like erectile dysfunction or low sex drive. If you notice any of these, contact your doctor.

Can Dutamax Tablet affect fertility or semen quality?

Affirmative. Dutamax Tablet can reduce sperm count, semen volume, and sperm movement. These effects may lower fertility, but they usually improve after stopping the Dutamax Tablet treatment.

Can Dutamax Tablet affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?

Affirmative. Dutamax Tablet lowers PSA levels by about 50 percent, which could hide early signs of prostate cancer. Tell your doctor you are taking Dutamax Tablet before doing a PSA test.

Can I donate blood while on Dutamax Tablet?

No. You should not donate blood until at least 6 months after your last Dutamax Tablet dose. This helps prevent the drug from being passed, including to pregnant women, through transfusion.

Is Dutamax Tablet used to prevent prostate cancer?

No, Dutamax Tablet is not approved for preventing prostate cancer, and it may slightly increase the risk of a more aggressive type of prostate cancer in some men.

How long does Dutamax Tablet take to work?

The exact time Dutamax Tablet takes to show results is not known. However, it may take 3 to 6 months to see noticeable improvement in symptoms, as the prostate shrinks gradually over time.

Can Dutamax Tablet be taken with other medications?

Affirmative, it’s often combined with tamsulosin for better symptom relief. However, always check with your doctor before mixing medications.

Do I have to take Dutamax Tablet forever?

You may need to take Dutamax Tablet long-term to keep symptoms under control. Stopping the medication on your own could allow your prostate to grow again. Your doctor will guide you on how long to take it.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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