Is back pain a side effect of avodart? ?
On One Hand: Avodart Does Not Cause Back PainBack pain is not one of the side effects associated with taking Avodart (dutasteride), a medication used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate.On the Other: Avodart Causes Other Side EffectsAlthough it is not associated with back pain, Avodart may cause several other side effects. These include trouble having or maintaining an erection, decreased sex drive, trouble ejaculating, tenderness or enlargement of the breasts, peeling, red or itchy skin, hives and welts, coughing or wheezing, chest tightness, trouble swallowing, dizziness, puffiness and swelling as well as tiredness, according to Medline Plus and the Mayo Clinic.Bottom LineBack pain is not one of the known side effects of Avodart.