Dutagen Capsule

Dutagen Capsule is a prescription capsule that contains dutasteride at the labeled strength in each capsule. It belongs to the 5-alpha reductase inhibitor class, which is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called an enlarged prostate. Dutagen Capsule is not meant for rapid symptom relief, but it can help reduce prostate size over time and may lower the risk of urinary retention or the need for prostate surgery. It is used only under a clinician’s supervision because dutasteride affects hormone pathways and is not appropriate for everyone.

How it works: Dutasteride in Dutagen Capsule blocks the enzyme that turns testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that helps the prostate grow. By lowering DHT, the capsule can gradually shrink the enlarged prostate and ease urinary blockage over time.

Because Dutagen Capsule is a specific labeled-strength dutasteride capsule, it is typically chosen for patients whose doctor has decided that this exact dose is appropriate for long-term BPH treatment. Compared with lower-strength dutasteride products, this capsule delivers the full labeled amount in one capsule, so it is not used as a starting dose for self-directed treatment. A doctor may choose Dutagen Capsule when the goal is steady, once-daily therapy rather than short-term symptom relief.

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Enlarged prostate symptoms
• Improving urine flow
• Reducing urinary retention risk
• Lowering the chance of BPH-related surgery

• Swallow Dutagen Capsule whole with water; do not chew, open, or crush it.
• Take it at the same time each day to help keep a steady routine.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not give this capsule to anyone else, even if they have similar urinary symptoms.
• If a capsule is damaged or leaking, avoid handling the contents and wash exposed skin right away.
• Use only the dose and schedule your doctor prescribes for this exact Dutagen Capsule strength.

Dutagen Capsule provides the labeled dutasteride dose in each capsule, and it is generally taken once daily for BPH unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Do not take more than one capsule per day, and do not change the dose on your own. Your prescriber decides whether this specific strength is appropriate based on your prostate symptoms, exam, and overall health.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Dutasteride may include:

• Decreased sex drive
• Erectile dysfunction
• Problems with ejaculation
• Breast tenderness or enlargement
• Dizziness
• Headache

• Dutagen Capsule is for adult men with BPH and should not be used by women or children.
• This medicine can be absorbed through the skin, so pregnant women should not handle leaking capsules.
• Dutasteride can affect PSA test results, so tell every clinician and lab staff that you take Dutagen Capsule.
• It may take months to notice benefit, so do not expect immediate relief after starting this capsule.
• Alcohol does not have a known direct interaction, but excessive drinking can worsen urinary symptoms and overall health.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, because dutasteride is processed by the liver.
• Do not donate blood while taking Dutagen Capsule and for a period after stopping it, as directed by your prescriber.

• Other 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, or clarithromycin
• Alpha-blockers or other BPH medicines unless your doctor specifically combines them
• Warfarin or other medicines that may require closer monitoring
• St. John’s wort and other supplements that may affect drug metabolism

Store Dutagen Capsule in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.