The capsules should be swallowed whole and not chewed or opened, as contact with the capsule contents may result in irritation of the oropharyngeal mucosa. Dutasteride capsules may be administered with or without food.
2.1 Monotherapy
The recommended dose of dutasteride is 1 capsule (0.5 mg) taken once daily.
2.2 Combination With Alpha Adrenergic Antagonist
The recommended dose of dutasteride is 1 capsule (0.5 mg) taken once daily and tamsulosin 0.4 mg taken once daily.