Product Description

🔹 Product Overview
AVOSTERIDE 0.5 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged and may cause urinary problems in men. It contains Dutasteride 0.5 mg, which belongs to the class of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
Dutasteride helps reduce the size of an enlarged prostate by lowering the levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone involved in prostate growth. This may help improve urinary flow and reduce symptoms associated with prostate enlargement.

🔹 Key Uses
AVOSTERIDE 0.5 mg Capsule is commonly prescribed for:
Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Reduction of enlarged prostate size
Improvement of urinary symptoms caused by prostate enlargement
Reducing the risk of acute urinary retention
Supporting better urine flow in men with prostate enlargement

🔹 Composition
Active Ingredient:
Dutasteride 0.5 mg
Drug Class:
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor
Androgen Hormone Modulator
Dosage Form:
Oral Capsule
Strength:
0.5 mg Dutasteride

🔹 How It Works
AVOSTERIDE contains Dutasteride, which blocks the action of the 5-alpha reductase enzyme.
This enzyme normally converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to prostate enlargement.
By reducing DHT levels:
The prostate gland gradually shrinks
Pressure on the urinary passage decreases
Urine flow may improve
BPH-related symptoms may reduce
The medicine usually requires continuous use for several months to show noticeable benefits.

🔹 Key Benefits
Helps reduce enlarged prostate size
Improves urinary symptoms related to BPH
Helps reduce difficulty in passing urine
Supports improved urine flow
May reduce the risk of prostate-related urinary complications
Long-term management option for prostate enlargement

🔹 Dosage and Administration
Take AVOSTERIDE 0.5 mg only as prescribed by your doctor.
Swallow the capsule whole with water.
It may be taken with or without food.
Take it regularly at the same time each day.
Do not crush or chew the capsule.
Continue treatment as advised, as improvement may take several months.
Do not stop the medicine without consulting your healthcare provider.

🔹 Possible Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
Decreased sexual desire (low libido)
Ejaculation problems
Erectile difficulties
Breast enlargement or tenderness
Dizziness (in some individuals)
Seek medical advice if you notice:
Breast lumps or unusual breast changes
Severe allergic reactions
Persistent or troublesome side effects

🔹 Precautions
Before taking AVOSTERIDE 0.5 mg:
Inform your doctor about liver problems.
Tell your doctor about any prostate-related conditions.
Inform your healthcare provider about all medicines you are taking.
Regular prostate monitoring may be recommended.
Women and children should not handle leaking capsules because dutasteride can be absorbed through the skin.