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A member asked:
How does taking avodart (dutasteride) help bph?
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Shrinks the prostate: Avodart (dutasteride) blocks the conversion of testosterone to its more potent form (dihydrotestosterone). The medication leads to a reduction in prostate size and prevents further growth while it is being taken. One should remember to double the psa blood test level once a patient has been taking Avodart (dutasteride) for at least 6 months.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Very helpful: Adding Avodart (dutasteride) or Proscar to therapy for BPH can further reduce a man's risk of developing an infection, urinary retention / needing a catheter or requiring surgery for bph.
Answered 6/30/2014
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