Dutasteride
DUTASTERIDE
Overview
Dutasteride is a medicine used mainly in men to treat enlarged prostate (also called BPH – benign prostatic hyperplasia). It helps shrink the prostate over time, making it easier to pee and reducing the need to urinate often—especially at night.
Classification
5-alpha reductase inhibitors
Uses
Dutasteride is used to:
Treat BPH (enlarged prostate)
Improve symptoms like:
Trouble starting urination
Weak urine flow
Frequent or urgent need to pee, especially at night
Reduce the risk of needing prostate surgery in the future
Sometimes used (off-label) with other medicines for male-pattern hair loss
How It Works
Dutasteride works by:
Blocking an enzyme that changes testosterone into DHT (a hormone that causes prostate growth)
Lowering DHT levels helps the prostate shrink, making it easier to urinate and relieving pressure on the bladder
Dosage
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects
Some people may experience:
Reduced sex drive
Trouble getting or keeping an erection
Less semen released during ejaculation
Breast tenderness or swelling
In rare cases, allergic reactions or mood changes
Precautions
Only for use in adult men — not for women or children
Pregnant women should not touch broken capsules, as it may harm a male fetus
May take a few months to show full results
Tell your doctor if you have liver problems
Regular check-ups and PSA blood tests may be needed while taking this medicine
Inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Tamulosin
TAMULOSIN
Overview
Tamsulosin is a drug prescribed to men with an enlarged prostate to ease urination issues
Classification
Alpha-blocker
Uses
Tamsulosin is used to:
Improve urine flow in men with enlarged prostate
Reduce symptoms like:
Frequent need to urinate, especially at night
Difficulty starting urination
Weak stream
Feeling like the bladder isn’t fully emptied
How It Works
Tamsulosin works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder neck. This helps relieve pressure on the urethra (the tube through which urine flows), making it easier to pass urine and reducing the feeling of urgency or blockage.
Dosage
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects
Most people tolerate it well, but side effects can include:
Common:
Dizziness or lightheadedness (especially when standing up quickly)
Runny nose
Ejaculation problems (less semen or “dry” orgasm)
Headache
Less common or serious:
Fainting
Severe allergic reactions
Low blood pressure
Vision problems during cataract surgery
Precautions
Take the medicine exactly as prescribed, usually after the same meal each day to reduce side effects.
Get up slowly from sitting or lying down to avoid dizziness or fainting.
Inform your doctor if you’re going to have eye surgery, especially for cataracts or glaucoma.
Let your doctor know if you have low blood pressure, liver or kidney issues, or a history of fainting.
This medicine is not meant for women or children.
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
