How long should you take Duodart for?
How long to take it for. It is important to continue to take DUODART for as long as your doctor prescribes it, even if you do not feel any immediate benefit. Some men notice an early improvement in their symptoms however others may need to continue for 3-6 months to see if DUODART helps them.
What is the side effect of Duodart?
You may also experience a decrease in sperm count and semen volume. One side effect of DUODART is known as “retrograde ejaculation”. When this happens most of the ejaculation fluid runs back into the bladder instead of being squirted out. Retrograde ejaculation is painless.
Can I stop taking Duodart?
Do not stop taking DUODART, or change the dose without first checking with your doctor.
Are bananas good for prostate problems?
Most people don’t know that bananas are also beneficial for prostate health. This delicious fruit could reduce the risk of prostate cancer or aid its management. It’s also beneficial for prostatitis and enlarged prostate.
What are Duodart capsules?
Duodart Capsules are easy to take and have been shown to be effective in improving urinary flow and quality of life for men with an enlarged prostate. Duodart is a combination of two different medicines called dutasteride and tamsulosin.
How should I take Duodart?
Swallow your DUODART capsules whole with some water, approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day. It is very important that DUODART is not taken on an empty stomach as this may increase the risk of adverse effects. Don’t chew or open the capsules.
What is Duodart used for in BPH?
Duodart is indicated for the management of moderate to severe symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). combination with another α 1 -adrenergic blocker. Duodart should be prescribed after careful benefit risk assessment and after consideration of alternative treatment options including monotherapies.
Are there any clinical trials conducted with Duodart?
There have been no clinical trials conducted with Duodart; however, coadministration information for years 1 and 2 is available from the CombAT (Combination of Avodart and Tamsulosin) study, a comparison of dutasteride 500 microgram and tamsulosin 400 microgram once daily for four years as co-administration or as monotherapy.