Dutamax Benefits & Uses

Dutamax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Other Benefits

Alopecia

Dutamax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dutamax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dutamax is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Chest Pain
Swollen lips

Moderate

Impotence

Mild

Decreased libido
Decreased semen volume
Rash
Urticaria

Dutamax Related Warnings

Is the use of Dutamax safe for pregnant women?

Dutamax should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Dutamax safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Dutamax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dutamax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Dutamax on the Kidneys?

Dutamax does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dutamax on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Dutamax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dutamax only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dutamax on the Heart?

Using Dutamax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dutamax with Other Drugs

Dutamax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Dutamax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dutamax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dutamax

Is this Dutamax habit forming or addictive?

Dutamax is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dutamax as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dutamax only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Dutamax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dutamax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dutamax

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dutamax and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dutamax

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dutamax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Dutamax

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 476-477

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 303

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Avodart® (dutasteride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Jalyn (dutasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride)

Dutamax 0.5 Mg Tablet

Dutamax Information