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Avodart/Avolve (Dutasteride)
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Only available by prescription.
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Description:
Chemical Name DUTASTERIDE (doo-TAS-teer-ide) AVODART is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlargement of the prostate gland. It helps to reduce the risk of urinary blockage and the need for prostate surgery. It may also be used along with other medicines such as FLOMAX (tamsulosin). AVODART works by lowering levels of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is a major cause of prostate growth. Lowering DHT leads to shrinkage of the enlarged prostate gland.
Note: this medication should not be used for women or children.
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Manufacturer:
GlaxoSmithKline
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Cautions:
Before using AVODART, patients should be aware of the following:
- Using AVODART may increase your risk of developing prostate cancer
- This medication should not be used by women or children
- Men being treated with AVODART should not donate blood until at least 6 months have passed following their last dose
Some medical conditions may interact with AVODART. Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions, including:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have liver disease, heart problems (eg, heart failure), prostate cancer, urinary tract disease, or problems urinating
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your doctor if AVODART may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your doctor before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine
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Side Effects:
All medications may cause side effects, but usually patients have no, or minor, side effects. Common side effects of AVODART may include:
- Inability to have or maintain an erection
- Decrease in sex drive
- Difficulty ejaculation
- Breast tenderness or enlargement
Seek medical attention immediately if you experience any of these severe side effects of severe allergic reactions. Symptoms include rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, and/or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness.
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Product Code: 2591
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