Jalyn

Developed to alleviate benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms to support urinary flow.

Strengths: 0.4/0.5mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Combodart

Therapeutic class

5-alpha reductase inhibitor and alpha-1 blocker combination

Pharmacological class

5-alpha reductase inhibitor; alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist

Contraindications

history of postural hypotension; severe hepatic impairment; women; children

Minor side effects

erectile dysfunction; decreased libido; ejaculation disorder; dizziness

Moderate side effects

breast tenderness; gynaecomastia

Serious side effects

angioedema — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Capsule, hard

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

GlaxoSmithKline

Onset Time

2–4 weeks

Duration

Ongoing

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature.

Drug interactions

Alpha-blockers; CYP3A4 inhibitors

Age restrictions

Adult males only.

Precautions and warnings

handle with caution as dutasteride is absorbed through skin; may cause dizziness; risk of intra-operative floppy iris syndrome

Patient summary

Developed to alleviate benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms to support urinary flow.

Mechanism of action

Dutasteride shrinks the prostate by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase, while tamsulosin relaxes smooth muscle in the prostate and bladder neck to improve urine flow.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Women who are pregnant or may be pregnant should not handle the capsule. Breastfeeding: Not applicable.

Jalyn

Developed to alleviate benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms to support urinary flow.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Dutasteride, Tamsulosin
  • Listed indication(s): Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Available option

  • 30 tablets - 0.4/0.5 mg1479-0-4-0-5-mg-18081