Duprost 0.5mg Tab (Dutasteride)

Duprost 0.5mg Tab (Dutasteride) 

Duprost 0.5mg Tab is used in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hypertrophy. This drug acts as a 5-alpha reductase inhibitors which blocks enzyme that is needed to change testosterone to another hormone. This conversion of testosterone into another hormone causes prostate to grow and causes difficulty in passing the urine. Duprost helps in curing this and finally it gives relief in hair loss.

To avoid the side effects of this drug one should take the dosages as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but the time interval should be maintained strictly. Patient having liver problem should avoid taking this pills or for better treatment you need to consult your doctor once. 

 Substitutes Available 

1. Dutas 0.5mg Tab (by Dr.Reddy)
2. Sterdu 0.5mg Tab (by Alkem Laboratories)
3. Dupecia 0.5mg Tab (by Cipla Ltd.)
4. Durize 0.5mg Tab (by Sun Pharmaceuticals) 

 Side Effects 

1. Dizziness
2. Decreased sperm count 
3. Ejacultation disorder 
4. Breast enlargement in male 

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Dutasteride or any other ingredient