Side effect(s) of Dutasteride

Review the side-effects of Dutasteride as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

Genitourinary- Impotence, decreased libido, ejaculation disorders, breast tenderness, and enlargement.
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Heart-Heart Failure.

Other Precautions :

Monitor patients with large residual urine volume.

Drug Name : Dutasteride

Dutasteride(Avodart ) generic is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, prescribed for an enlarged prostate treatment. It blocks the production of a natural substance that enlarges the prostate and reduces the need for surgery.