Dutasteride 0.5mg capsules

The capsules typically contain the following ingredients:

Active Ingredient: Dutasteride

Inactive Ingredients: Mono- and di-glycerides of caprylic/capric acid, Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), Gelatin, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide (E171), Yellow iron oxide (E172)

The specific composition can vary by manufacturer, so its always best to check the patient information leaflet before use.

The main difference between these tablets is that they differ in name.

Dutasteride and Avodart both contain dutasteride as their active ingredient.

Avodart is the branded name for Dutasteride and Dutasteride is the generic term. Many people trust Avodart more due to its brand recognition, but both medications work in the same way. Dutasteride is available at a lower cost, and there isn't much difference between the two in terms of effectiveness.

Dutasteride is the cheaper alternative to Avodart as generic medicines are often cheaper than branded ones.

For example, generic medicines like ibuprofen at a supermarket are cheaper than branded versions like Nurofen, even though they contain the same active ingredient.

Unlike pharmaceutical companies that patent and brand their medications, generic drug manufacturers don't have the added costs of developing and marketing a new drug. This difference in costs is down to the expenses with the patent and not the variation in the medication itself.

Dutasteride must only be used by men. It should not be taken by anyone under 18 years of age or women.

Make sure these tablets are not handled by pregnant women as the drug can be absorbed through the skin.

Always use condoms during sex if your partner is pregnant as traces of this medicine can be found in semen.

If a woman of childbearing age comes into contact with Dutasteride capsules, especially if they are broken, seek medical advice immediately.

Recommended dose: Take one 0.5mg capsule daily.

How to take: Swallow the capsule whole with water.

Important note: Do not chew or break open the capsule. Direct contact with the contents can irritate, making your mouth or throat sore.

Always follow your doctor's instructions and don't hesitate to get in touch if you have questions or concerns about taking Dutasteride.

The maximum dosage available is a Dutasteride 0.5 mg capsule. You should always follow the instructions given to you by your prescribing doctor.

Dutasteride should be taken about 30 minutes after you eat a main meal. It must be taken around the same time every day. So, if you take it 30 minutes after breakfast, make sure you continue to take it 30 minutes after breakfast all of the time.

The capsule should be swallowed whole.

Dutasteride stays in your system for quite a while and the half-life of this type of medicine will last around five weeks.

Dutasteride and Finasteride work in a similar way to block the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme, reducing DHT production.