Dutasteride (Avodart generic version)

The recommended dose is one capsule (0.5 mg) taken once a day. Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew or break open the capsule. Contact with the contents of the capsules may make your mouth or throat sore.  

Dutasteride 0.5mg 

Soya lecithin (E322)

See package leaflet for more information

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Allergic reaction Contact you doctor immediately if you get any of these symptoms, and stop using Dutasteride capsules. The signs of allergic reactions can include: -skin rash (which can be itchy) -hives (like a nettle rash) -swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, arms or legs.

Other side effects can occur with the following frequencies:

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) - not able to achieve or maintain an erection (impotence) *this may continue after you stop taking Dutasteride capsules -decreased sex drive (libido) *this may continue after you stop taking Dutasteride capsules -difficulty with ejaculation *this may continue after you stop taking Dutasteride capsules -breast enlargement or tenderness (gynecomastia) -dizziness when taken with tamsulosin

Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) - heart failure (heart becomes less efficient at pumping blood around the body. You may have symptoms such as shortness of breath, extreme tiredness and swelling in your ankles and legs) -hair loss (usually from the body) or hair growth

Not known side effects (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data) - depressed mood - pain and swelling in your testicles

Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via Yellow Card Scheme Website: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.