DUTASTERIDE (Generic for AVODART)

Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not cut, crush, chew, or open this medication. Swallow the capsules whole. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. It may be some time before you see the benefit from this medication.
This medication can cause serious birth defects. If you are pregnant or may get pregnant, do not handle this medication. If you are pregnant and come into contact with a broken, crushed, or leaking capsule, immediately wash the exposed area of skin with soap and water and contact your care team.
Do not donate blood while you are taking this medication or for 6 months after stopping it. Donated blood may contain enough of this medication to cause serious birth defects in someone who is pregnant.
This medication can interfere with PSA laboratory tests for prostate cancer. If you are scheduled to have a blood test for prostate cancer, tell your care team that you are taking this medication.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep the container tightly closed. Avoid exposure to extreme heat. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.