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Avodart Disease Interactions

There is 1 disease interaction with Avodart (dutasteride).

Moderate

5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (applies to Avodart) liver disease

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.

Finasteride and dutasteride are extensively metabolized by the liver. Therapy with these drugs should be administered cautiously in patients with liver disease as exposure could be higher.

References

  1. "Product Information. Proscar (finasteride)." Merck & Co., Inc PROD (2002):
  2. "Product Information. Duagen (dutasteride)." GlaxoSmithKline Healthcare (2002):

Avodart drug interactions

There are 119 drug interactions with Avodart (dutasteride).

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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