Dutasteride/Tamsulosinhydrochloride Viatris
Dutasteride/Tamsulosinhydrochloride Viatris is a medicine for men with an enlarged prostate, which helps relieve urinary problems.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
0.5 mg / 0.4 mg
Active Ingredient
Dutasteride
Manufacturer
Viatris Limited
How to Use
Dosage
One capsule once a day.
Method
Swallow the capsule whole with water, 30 minutes after a meal. Do not chew or open it, as the contents can irritate your mouth or throat.
Important
The maximum daily dose is one capsule.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Erection problems (impotence)
- •Decreased sex drive (libido)
- •Problems with ejaculation (less semen during sex)
- •Breast enlargement or tenderness
- •Dizziness
RARE
- •Heart failure (heart not pumping blood well, causing shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, swollen ankles/legs)
- •Low blood pressure when standing
- •Fast heartbeat (palpitations)
- •Constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea
- •Weakness or lack of strength
- •Headache
- •Itchy, blocked, or runny nose (rhinitis)
- •Rash, hives, itching
- •Hair loss (usually from the body) or increased hair growth
- •Swelling of eyelids, face, lips, arms, or legs (angioedema)
- •Fainting
- •Prolonged and painful erection (priapism)
- •Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), such as blisters and peeling skin around the mouth, nose, eyes, and genitals
- •Abnormal or fast heartbeat (arrhythmia, tachycardia, or atrial fibrillation)
- •Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
- •Depression or mood changes
- •Testicular pain and swelling
- •Nosebleeds
- •Severe skin inflammation
- •Vision changes (blurred or decreased vision)
- •Dry mouth
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are a woman, child, or under 18 years old. Women, especially pregnant ones, should not handle leaky capsules as the medicine can be absorbed through the skin and harm a male baby. Wash affected skin immediately with soap and water.
- Do not take if you are allergic to dutasteride, other 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, tamsulosin, soy, peanuts, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not take if you have low blood pressure that causes dizziness or fainting when standing up.
- Do not take if you have severe liver disease.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver or severe kidney problems, as you may need extra check-ups during treatment.
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- If you are having cataract surgery, tell your eye doctor that you are taking this medicine, as they may need to take special precautions.
- Use a condom during sex if your partner is pregnant or may become pregnant, as this medicine can be passed through semen and may harm a male baby.
- This medicine affects PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test results. Always tell your doctor you are taking this medicine before a PSA test.
- This medicine can cause breast enlargement or tenderness. If you notice any lumps or nipple discharge, tell your doctor immediately, as these could be signs of a serious condition like breast cancer.
- This medicine may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy.