Dutaprost Benefits & Uses

Dutaprost is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Other Benefits

Alopecia

Dutaprost 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: 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

Dutaprost Side Effects

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

Severe

Angioedema
Chest Pain
Swollen lips

Moderate

Impotence

Mild

Decreased libido
Decreased semen volume
Rash
Urticaria

Dutaprost Related Warnings

Is the use of Dutaprost safe for pregnant women?

Dutaprost 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 Dutaprost safe during breastfeeding?

Dutaprost should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Dutaprost on the Kidneys?

Dutaprost is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dutaprost on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dutaprost. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dutaprost on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dutaprost with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Dutaprost Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dutaprost

Is this Dutaprost habit forming or addictive?

Dutaprost is not addictive in nature.

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

Dutaprost does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Dutaprost is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Dutaprost for mental disorders.

No

Dutaprost Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dutaprost

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dutaprost, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dutaprost

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dutaprost with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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