Is it safe for a 23-year-old woman with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to take Dutas 10mg if her male hormone (DHT) levels are normal, especially since a previous medication, Cytomid 250, caused her liver enzymes to become elevated? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Is it safe for a 23-year-old woman with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to take Dutas 10mg if her male hormone (DHT) levels are normal, especially since a previous medication, Cytomid 250, caused her liver enzymes to become elevated?

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Is it safe for a 23-year-old woman with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to take Dutas 10mg if her male hormone (DHT) levels are normal, especially since a previous medication, Cytomid 250, caused her liver enzymes to become elevated?

Asked by Female, 23 · 15 days ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

15 days ago

Since your DHT levels are normal, taking Dutas (dutasteride) may not be necessary. Furthermore, dutasteride is generally not recommended for women of childbearing age due to severe safety risks during pregnancy. Because your liver enzymes were previously elevated, any new medication metabolized by the liver requires extra caution. I highly recommend discussing safer, alternative options for managing your PCOS symptoms with your doctor. Your safety and well-being are the top priorities, and we want to protect your liver while finding the right path forward for you.

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