Esopraz may be available in the countries listed below.
Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Esopraz in the following countries:
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Ikestatina may be available in the countries listed below.
Somatostatin x acetate (a derivative of Somatostatin) is reported as an ingredient of Ikestatina in the following countries:
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Antiseptin may be available in the countries listed below.
Triclosan is reported as an ingredient of Antiseptin in the following countries:
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doo-TAS-ter-ide
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Therapeutic Class: Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Agent
Pharmacologic Class: 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor
Note: Women of childbearing potential should not use or handle dutasteride capsules. Dutasteride can cause birth defects in male fetuses.
Dutasteride is used alone or in combination with tamsulosin (Flomax®) to treat men who have symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland, which is also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Benign enlargement of the prostate is a problem that can occur in men as they get older. The prostate gland is located below the bladder. As the prostate gland enlarges, certain muscles in the gland may become tight and get in the way of the tube that drains urine from the bladder. This can cause problems with urinating, such as a need to urinate often, a weak stream when urinating, or a feeling of not being able to empty the bladder completely.
Dutasteride blocks the action of an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase. This enzyme changes testosterone to another hormone that causes the prostate to grow. As a result, the size of the prostate is decreased. The effect of dutasteride lasts only as long as the medicine is taken. If it is stopped, the prostate begins to grow again.
dutasteride is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although these uses are not included in product labeling, dutasteride is used in certain patients with the following medical conditions:
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For dutasteride, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to dutasteride or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Dutasteride is not indicated for use in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of dutasteride in the elderly.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | X | Studies in animals or pregnant women have demonstrated positive evidence of fetal abnormalities. This drug should not be used in women who are or may become pregnant because the risk clearly outweighs any possible benefit. |
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking dutasteride, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using dutasteride with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of dutasteride. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
Take dutasteride exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.
You may take dutasteride with or without food.
Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or open it. The contents of the capsule may irritate your lips, mouth, or throat.
dutasteride comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
The dose of dutasteride will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of dutasteride. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of dutasteride, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
It is very important that your doctor check you at regular visits to make sure that dutasteride is working properly and to check for any unwanted effects that may be caused by dutasteride.
Women and children should not use dutasteride. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not handle or touch the capsules. Dutasteride can be absorbed through the skin and can cause birth defects in male fetuses. If a pregnant woman does come in contact with dutasteride, the affected area should be washed right away with soap and water, especially if the capsule is broken.
Men who have taken dutasteride should not donate blood until 6 months have passed since the last dose. Dutasteride can remain in your blood for a long time and be passed on to a pregnant woman who receives a blood transfusion.
dutasteride may increase your risk of developing high-grade prostate cancer. Tell your doctor if you have concerns about this risk.
dutasteride may affect the results of the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test, which may be used to detect prostate cancer. Make sure you tell all of your doctors that you are using dutasteride.
dutasteride does not usually affect normal sexual abilities for most men. You may notice that you ejaculate less fluid when you have sex.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: dutasteride side effects (in more detail)
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Prostall may be available in the countries listed below.
Tamsulosin hydrochloride (a derivative of Tamsulosin) is reported as an ingredient of Prostall in the following countries:
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Cesamet is a brand name of nabilone, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Cesamet available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Cesamet. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Cesamet.
Amsati may be available in the countries listed below.
Azithromycin dihydrate (a derivative of Azithromycin) is reported as an ingredient of Amsati in the following countries:
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Eryhexal may be available in the countries listed below.
Erythromycin is reported as an ingredient of Eryhexal in the following countries:
Erythromycin ethylsuccinate (a derivative of Erythromycin) is reported as an ingredient of Eryhexal in the following countries:
Erythromycin stearate (a derivative of Erythromycin) is reported as an ingredient of Eryhexal in the following countries:
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Bioquinavir may be available in the countries listed below.
Saquinavir is reported as an ingredient of Bioquinavir in the following countries:
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Néomycine Hydrocortisone may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Hydrocortisone 21-acetate (a derivative of Hydrocortisone) is reported as an ingredient of Néomycine Hydrocortisone in the following countries:
Neomycin sulfate (a derivative of Neomycin) is reported as an ingredient of Néomycine Hydrocortisone in the following countries:
Tetracaine hydrochloride (a derivative of Tetracaine) is reported as an ingredient of Néomycine Hydrocortisone in the following countries:
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Doloran may be available in the countries listed below.
Tramadol hydrochloride (a derivative of Tramadol) is reported as an ingredient of Doloran in the following countries:
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Hibital may be available in the countries listed below.
Chlorhexidine digluconate (a derivative of Chlorhexidine) is reported as an ingredient of Hibital in the following countries:
Isopropyl Alcohol is reported as an ingredient of Hibital in the following countries:
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Alugastrin may be available in the countries listed below.
Carbaldrate is reported as an ingredient of Alugastrin in the following countries:
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Ovide is a brand name of malathion topical, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
A generic version of Ovide has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Ovide and have been approved by the FDA:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Ovide. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
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