Prostate hyperplasia is a fairly common disease. In this article, we consider a drug for the effective treatment of this ailment, as well as its analogue. Duodart can be found at any pharmacy.
Indications for use
The instructions for use attached to the Duodart preparation indicate that it is suitable for the prevention and treatment of diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Its size as a result of treatment is reduced, the symptoms are eliminated, the rate of urination increases. Acute urinary retention is excluded, there is no need for surgery.
The active substance of the drug is dutasteride. Available in the form of capsules having a modified release.
Like every drug, the Duodart medication has contraindications. Let's consider them in more detail:
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
- it is forbidden to take medication for orthostatic hypotension (even in the anamnesis);
- you can not take "Duodart" with severe liver failure;
- under the age of 18 is not allowed;
- not suitable for women and children.
It is better not to take the medication or take it carefully if there is chronic renal failure, arterial hypotension, before cataract surgery.
Does the drug have an analogue? Duodart is a rather expensive drug, so many are interested in the question of whether it is possible to find an identical medicine cheaper. About it below.
Mode of application
The drug "Duodart" is indicated for adults (including older) men, one capsule once a day. It is better to do this half an hour after eating, the tablet should be washed down with water. In no case should you chew a capsule, because it can damage the mucous membrane.
The mechanism of action of the drug
The substances that make up the drug have the following effect:
- dihydrotestosterone level decreases;
- the prostate gland is reduced in size;
- unpleasant sensations during urination are eliminated;
- urine does not stop, the rate of urination increases;
- the tone of smooth muscles on the prostate and in the urethra is reduced, which improves urine output;
- obstruction is reduced;
- symptoms of irritation disappear.
Side effects
Taking the drug in some cases can lead to:
- decreased libido;
- violation of ejaculation;
- soreness and enlargement of the mammary glands;
- dizziness
- erectile dysfunction.
Very rarely there are allergic reactions, mental disorders, hypertrichosis.
Price
Duodart costs from 1,600 rubles. The cost of the drug may vary depending on the region and the pricing policy of the network of pharmacies.
special instructions
Upon contact with the contents of the damaged capsule, women and children should thoroughly wash the area of skin that has come into contact with the substance, since it can be absorbed through the skin. This is confirmed by the instructions attached to the drug "Duodart".
Analogs
It is not necessary to purchase an expensive drug if you can find a medicine at a more affordable price with the same mechanism of action. Among the analogues of the drug "Duodart" distinguish the following:
- Adenorm - 163 rubles.
- "Urofrin" - 550 rubles.
- Tulozin - 537 rubles.
- Omix is a fairly common analogue of Duodart. The price is 340 rubles.
- "Ranoprost" - 140 rubles.
- Proflosin - 370 rubles.
- Teniza - 265 rubles.
The most popular analogue of Duodart is the Adenorm medication.