Dutasteride and finasteride are very similar drugs. The following table lists their features.
Dutasteride | Finasteride | |
Use | treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia | treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia* |
Is a generic version available? | yes | yes |
Form | capsule | tablet |
Strength | 0.5 mg | 5 mg |
How do I take it? | by mouth | by mouth |
How often do I take it? | once daily | once daily |
Do I take it for long-term or short-term treatment? | long term** | long term** |
How do I store it? | between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C) | between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C) |
*Finasteride can also be used to treat male pattern hair loss.
**Treatment usually continues for the rest of your life.
The main difference between dutasteride and finasteride is the intensity of the effect. Finasteride 1mg blocks about 70% of DHT, whereas dutasteride 0.5mg blocks more than 90%. This means that dutasteride is more effective at stopping the conversion of testosterone into DHT. Since DHT is what causes hair loss, this results in more hair regrowth and thickening of existing miniaturized hairs compared to finasteride.
roduct Name: Dutasteride/ Avodart
CAS: 164656-23-9
MF: C27H30F6N2O2
MW: 528.53
Purity: 101.0% by HPLC
Appearance: Off- white powder
Shelf life: 3 years
Standard: USP/BP/EP/Enterprise standard
Categories: Miscellaneous Biochemicals; All Inhibitors; Inhibitors; Intermediates & Fine Chemicals; Pharmaceuticals; Steroid and Hormone; Hormone Drugs; API
Usage:
1, Used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Dual inhibitor of 5a-reductase isoenzymes type 1 and 2; structurally related to Finasteride.
2, antihypertensive, ACE inhibitor
3, Dutasteride is a dual inhibitor of 5α-reductase isoenzymes type 1 and 2; structurally related to Finasteride (F342000). Dutasteride is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How to Store:
Keep it at 59–86°F (15–30ºC).
Keep it away from high temperature, because it may become deformed or discolored.
Don’t use dutasteride if the capsule is deformed, discolored, or leaking.
Safely throw away medicine that’s no longer needed.
Keep your drugs away from areas where they could get wet, such as bathrooms. Store these drugs away from moisture and damp locations.
Adult Dosage (ages 18 years and older)
Take one 0.5 mg capsule once per day.
Child Dosage (ages 0–17 years)
Dosage for people younger than 18 years old hasn’t been established.
Dutasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia . |
Dutasteride is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia in men with an enlarged prostate. Dutasteride helps improve urinary flow and may also reduce your need for prostate surgery later on.Dutasteride is sometimes given with another medication called tamsulosin. Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. |
Dutasteride is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]) in men with an enlarged prostate. It helps decrease your risk of a complete blockage of urine flow (acute urinary retention). This drug can be as an alternative to surgery for men who are uncomfortable with undergoing surgery. |
Dutasteride is used by men only. |