dutaheal 0.5mg tablet - Dutasteride (0.5mg) medicine

dutaheal 0.5mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Healing Pharma India Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is dutaheal 0.5mg tablet used for?

Aga-DT Tablet (Dutasteride) is used to treat UROLOGY. It contains Dutasteride (0.5mg), which Inhibits 5ฮฑ-reductase types 1 and 2, preventing conversion of testosterone to d. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Dutasteride
  • Manufacturer: Healing Pharma India Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? Over 80% of the antiretroviral drugs used globally to combat AIDS are supplied by Indian pharmaceutical companies.

๐Ÿ’Š dutaheal 0.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.

Off-label uses: Male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) - though finasteride is more common.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Dutasteride
Brand NameAga-DT Tablet
ManufacturerHealing Pharma India Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassUROLOGY
Action Class5 alpha- reductase inhibitor (5ARI)
Route of AdministrationOral.
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally, with peak plasma concentrations achieved within 2-3 hours.
DistributionExtensively distributed into tissues, including the prostate, with a large volume of distribution.
Protein Binding>99% bound to plasma proteins, primarily albumin and alpha-1-acid glycoprotein.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 isoenzymes.
Half-LifeApproximately 5 weeks (35 days) after chronic dosing.
ExcretionPrimarily excreted in feces (about 40% as metabolites) and urine (about 5% as unchanged drug).
BioavailabilityApproximately 60% (oral).
Onset of ActionWithin 2 weeks, but maximal effect may take 6-12 months.
Peak Plasma Time2-3 hours.
Duration of ActionLong duration due to long half-life; effects persist for months after discontinuation.

How It Works

Inhibits 5ฮฑ-reductase types 1 and 2, preventing conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

Mechanism Steps

1Dutasteride binds irreversibly to 5ฮฑ-reductase types 1 and 2.
2Inhibits conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
3Reduces serum and intraprostatic DHT levels by >90%.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take dutaheal 0.5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of dutaheal 0.5mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Decreased libido
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Ejaculation disorders
  • Gynecomastia

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, urticaria)
  • Depression
  • Prostate cancer (high-grade)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Alopecia
  • Testicular pain
  • Swelling of the breasts

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Ketoconazole Major Increased dutasteride exposure due to CYP3A4 inhibition.
Rifampin Major Decreased dutasteride exposure due to CYP3A4 induction.
Warfarin Moderate Potential increased INR; monitor closely.
Tamsulosin Moderate Additive effects on urinary symptoms; increased risk of hypotension.

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, ritonavir)
  • CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine)

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • Alpha-blockers (e.g., tamsulosin)

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cimetidine
  • Diltiazem

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food does not significantly affect absorption.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No significant interaction reported.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Women who are or may become pregnant; hypersensitivity to dutasteride or other 5ฮฑ-reductase inhibitors.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Serum PSA levels (interpret with caution due to reduction), urinary symptoms, prostate volume.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk in animal studies.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

No specific antidote; symptomatic and supportive care.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for dutaheal 0.5mg tablet

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Dutasteride (0.5mg)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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