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Dutasteride Softgel

BDutasteride is the 5- alpha reductase inhibitor. It is used to treat enlarged prostate gland .it is also used in men to prevent hair loss.

  • Composition

    Dutasteride IP 0.5 mg

  • Release form

    Soft Gel

  • Category

    Health Supplement

Indications

Enlarged prostate, In prostate Hyperplasia, and Reduces the risk of urinary retention.

Mechanism

Dutasteride prevents the conversion of the testosterone to dihydrosterone by inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha reductase , as dihydrotesterone causes enlargement of the prostate gland. Pharmacokinetics: Absorption: It is orally absorbed Protein binding: It is about 99.9% bound to serum albumin and 96.8% bound to alpha-1 acid glycoprotein Metabolism: It is metabolized in the liver to 4, 5 hydroxydutasteride Excretion: Excreted via kidney

Side Effects

Impotence, Tenderness in breast and increase in breast size, and Swelling and pain in the testicles.

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