Do you need to change the catheter for Avodart?
Do you need to change the catheter for Avodart?
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How old do you have to be to stop taking Avodart?
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How is Avodart used to treat prostate cancer?
It helps improve urinary flow and may also reduce your need for prostate surgery later on. Avodart is sometimes given with another medication called tamsulosin (Flomax). Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Avodart may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Is it OK to store Avodart capsules at room temperature?
Store Avodart at room temperature away from moisture and heat. The capsules may become soft and leaky, or they may stick together if they get too hot. Do not use any capsule that is cracked or leaking. Call your pharmacist for instructions on how to safely dispose of a leaking Avodart capsule.
It helps improve urinary flow and may also reduce your need for prostate surgery later on. Avodart is sometimes given with another medication called tamsulosin (Flomax). Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Avodart may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
How long does it take for Avodart side effects to go away?
It may take up to 6 months of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Do not stop taking Avodart without talking to your doctor.
When to tell your doctor you are taking Avodart?
AVODART decreases your PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels. Therefore, if you are having a blood test to measure your PSA levels, tell your doctor you are taking AVODART. Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if their symptoms seem similar to yours. Do not use AVODART to treat any other complaints unless your doctor says to.
What happens if you dont take Avodart for BPH?
As the disease progresses, untreated BPH can lead to an increased risk of complete blockage of urine flow (acute urinary retention) and/or the need for surgery. Prostate growth is caused by a hormone in the blood called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). AVODART lowers DHT production in the body, leading to shrinkage of the enlarged prostate in most men.