Package	Per tablet	Savings	Price
180 tablets	$0.31	$16	$72 $56
150 tablets	$0.32	$12	$60 $48
120 tablets	$0.33	$9	$48 $39
90 tablets	$0.34	$5	$36 $31
60 tablets	$0.37	$2	$24 $22
30 tablets	$0.40	–	$12

What is this medicine?

DUTASTERIDE, the active ingredient in DUTANOL 0.5 mg, is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor. This medicine is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, in adult men. It helps improve urinary flow, reduce the need for prostate surgery, and lower the risk of acute urinary retention by shrinking the prostate gland.

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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Liver disease or abnormal liver function

• Prostate cancer or high PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels

• Allergy to dutasteride, finasteride, or similar drugs

• Decreased fertility or history of low sperm count

• If your partner is or may become pregnant (due to risks of exposure)

IMPORTANT: This medicine is not for use in women or children.

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How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth, with or without food.
Swallow the capsule whole—do not chew or open it.
Take your dose at the same time every day.
It may take several months before you notice improvement in symptoms. Continue taking it even if you feel well.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

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What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
Do not take double or extra doses.

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What may interact with this medicine?

Tell your doctor if you are taking:

• Verapamil or diltiazem (used for high blood pressure or heart conditions)

• Ketoconazole, itraconazole (antifungal medications)

• Ritonavir or other protease inhibitors (used for HIV)

• Other 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Tell your health care provider about all the medicines, herbs, and supplements you take.

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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

• It may take 3 to 6 months to notice improvement. Continue taking the medicine as directed.

• Let your doctor know before a PSA test, as dutasteride lowers PSA levels and may affect test interpretation.

• Women who are or may become pregnant should not handle broken or leaking capsules, as the drug may cause harm to a male fetus.

• Report any breast tenderness, lumps, or nipple discharge to your doctor.

• Do not donate blood while taking this medicine and for at least 6 months after stopping, to prevent accidental exposure to a pregnant woman.

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What side effects may I notice from this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• Allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling of face or throat

• Breast tenderness, enlargement, or nipple discharge

• Pain or lumps in the testicles

• Depression or mood changes

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report if persistent or bothersome):

• Decreased sexual desire (libido)

• Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection

• Decrease in semen volume during ejaculation

• Breast enlargement or tenderness

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Contact your healthcare provider for any unexpected symptoms.

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Where should I keep my medicine?

• Keep out of the reach of children.

• Store at room temperature between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F).

• Keep in the original package to protect from moisture and light.

• Do not use after the expiration date. Safely dispose of unused capsules.