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What is Dutasteride? It is a 4-aza steroid compound that simultaneously inhibits type I and type II 5a reductase, thereby inhibiting the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone; it is used to improve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, reduce the occurrence of acute urinary tract obstruction, reduce the probability of surgical treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, and can also be used for male hair loss.

Dutasteride effects:

1. Dutasteride can effectively treat moderate to moderate to severe symptoms of prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is used for patients with moderate to severe prostatic hyperplasia to reduce the risk of urinary retention AUR and surgical treatment.

2. Dutasteride is a relatively specific 5α-reductase inhibitor. It inhibits the conversion of type I and type II 5α-reductase isoenzymes by forming enzyme complexes, inhibits the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), thereby inhibiting the conversion of the androgen dihydrotestosterone, thereby inhibiting the growth of the prostate in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). 0.5 mg per day. After taking the medicine for 1 to 2 weeks, the DHT reducing effect of this product reaches its peak, and blood DHT can be reduced by 85% to 90%. Patients with prostatic hyperplasia took 5 mg of medication daily, and DHT was significantly reduced in 12 weeks.

In addition, common side effects during taking dutasteride include: impotence, libido (decreased), ejaculation disorders, breast diseases (including breast enlargement and/or tenderness), immune system diseases and other drug reactions; occasionally allergic drug reactions such as urticaria, rash, local edema and angioedema are seen.

Usage: Swallow the whole tablet, 1 tablet at a time, once a day. Or adjust the dosage according to the doctor's advice. Do not adjust the dosage by yourself.

Note: The above information comes from the Internet and is compiled and edited by Medical Companion Travel (please correct me if there are any errors or omissions). It is only to provide information on the latest drugs on the market in the world and help Chinese patients understand the latest international new drug trends. It is only for internal discussion among medical staff and does not serve as any basis for medication. For specific medication guidelines, please consult the attending physician.

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