Dutasteride
Dutasteride (Avodart) is a capsule used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. This listing covers Avodart and Jalyn, two capsules that differ in their additional ingredients.
Key points
- Dutasteride is a medicine that shrinks the prostate by blocking a hormone that causes it to grow, which can improve urine flow over time.
- Both Avodart and Jalyn are prescription capsules for benign prostatic hyperplasia, but they differ in their additional ingredients.
- Both products are listed under Prostate Health, and GlaxoSmithKline is the originator behind them.
Common questions about Dutasteride
What is the difference between Avodart and Jalyn?
Avodart contains dutasteride alone, while Jalyn combines it with tamsulosin, an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles around the prostate and bladder neck. Both come as capsules taken by mouth.
Does Jalyn contain more than one active ingredient?
Jalyn pairs dutasteride with tamsulosin in a single capsule, so it tackles both prostate growth and the muscle tension around the bladder and prostate that can affect urine flow.
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