Wed 22 Aug 2007
Avodart Side Effects: What should I do?
Category: Avodart (Dutasteride) , Non Surgical Treatments , Propecia (Finasteride)I have been taking Avodart .5mg for about 6 weeks and am experiencing some pain in my testicles. Do you know why this is? What should I do?
Avodart is a medication that is prescribed by medical doctors for those who suffer from a large prostate. Avodart works by decreasing the amount of Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body which results in a smaller prostate. 0.5 mg of this medication is typically the recommended amount for this process to work.
As you may or may not be aware, Avodart (dutasteride) is not an FDA approved medication for hair loss. Though it has been speculated to be a stronger and more efficient medication than Propecia (finasteride), it has not been fully tested. Avodart, like Propecia is a DHT (the hormone responsible for the loss of genetically predisposed hairs) inhibitor.
Reported potential side effects of the medication according to the official Avodart website include: sexual side effects (such as impotence, decreased sex drive, decreased amount of semen, and impotence) and swelling of the breasts. Other less reported side effects include allergic reactions such as itching, swelling of the face or lips, hives, and rash. According to their website, most side effects will stop after continued use of the medication.
If you are experiencing any of the above side effects or any side effects you think are related to Avodart, the best move would be to consult with the doctor who prescribed it to you and explain your symptoms.
If this medication was not prescribed to you by a doctor, I strongly recommend you consult with one immediately. I personally do not feel it’s a good idea to be on any prescription medication without first consulting a doctor.
With the direction and approval of a medical doctor, you may want to consider Propecia – which is FDA approved for hair loss instead of Avodart because it isn’t as strong.
Bill
Associate Publisher of the Hair Transplant Network and the Hair Loss Learning Center
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