度他雄胺的用法和疗效是怎样的？有副作用吗？

In the early stage of prostatic hyperplasia, the symptoms are atypical due to compensation. As the lower urinary tract obstruction worsens, the symptoms gradually become more obvious. Dutasteride is a drug used to assist the treatment of prostatic hyperplasia, and its clinical efficacy is quite good. It can inhibit the production of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone, thereby inhibiting the growth of the prostate in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and relieving the condition and symptoms.

So, what are the uses and efficacy of dutasteride?

The efficacy and safety of dunasteride in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), 72 patients were treated for 6 months. The results showed that after 6 months of treatment, the IPSS scores of the treatment group and the control group decreased by (6.7±0.9) points and (6.03±3) points respectively. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant, which means that both dutasteride and finasteride are effective and safe drugs for the treatment of BPH. Dutasteride should be taken orally, 5 mg each time, once a day. It can be taken with or without food. It is recommended that patients take the medication as directed by their doctor to avoid intolerance reactions.

So, does Dutasteride have any side effects?

Since dutasteride is mainly metabolized by the liver, it should be used with caution in patients with liver damage. Impotence, ejaculation disorders, decreased sexual desire, and gynecomastia (including breast enlargement and breast tenderness) are relatively common side effects of this product. Patients should read the instructions carefully before taking the drug. In addition, patients with heart disease should use it with caution. Pregnant women, patients with undetermined BPH (possible canceration), and patients with a history of allergies to this product and other 5α-reductase inhibitors are contraindicated.

Note: The above information comes from the Internet and is compiled and edited by Medical Companion Travel (please correct me if there are any errors or omissions). It is only to provide information on the latest drugs on the market in the world and help Chinese patients understand the latest international new drug trends. It is only for internal discussion among medical staff and does not serve as any basis for medication. For specific medication guidelines, please consult the attending physician.

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