GSK
Jalyn
48/100
SUPPIE SCORE
85/100
EFFICACY
Low
SAFETY
48/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Jalyn Do?
Jalyn combines dutasteride and tamsulosin for treating moderate to severe BPH symptoms in adult men, with strong evidence for improving urinary flow and reducing prostate volume beyond either alone.
What symptoms of BPH is Jalyn typically used to treat?
How should Jalyn capsules be taken to ensure proper absorption?
Are there any specific precautions for women or pregnant individuals regarding this medication?
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What Are the Benefits of Jalyn?
Based on proven scientific research
BPH Symptom ReliefVery strong
Improved Urinary FlowStrong
Reduced Prostate SizeStrong
Lower Risk of Retention/SurgeryModerate
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What Are the Side Effects of GSK Jalyn?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskHigh Risk
Overview
•Contraindicated in women, children, and those with hypersensitivity to dutasteride, tamsulosin, or other 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors.
•Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant must not handle capsules due to risk of dutasteride absorption affecting male fetal genital development.
•Common side effects include ejaculation disorders, impotence, decreased libido, dizziness, and breast disorders (tenderness/enlargement).
•May cause orthostatic hypotension, especially when combined with other alpha-blockers, PDE5 inhibitors, or CYP3A4 inhibitors.
•Lowers PSA levels by approximately 50%; requires regular prostate cancer screening and monitoring.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
gelatin (bovine)
Inactive Ingredients
Mono-di-glycerides of caprylic/capric acid
Low RiskButylated hydroxytoluene
Medium RiskGelatin
Low RiskGlycerin
Low RiskTitanium dioxide
Medium RiskMicrocrystalline cellulose
Low RiskMethacrylic acid copolymer dispersion
Low RiskTalc
Medium RiskTriethyl citrate
Low RiskCarrageenan
Medium RiskPotassium chloride
Low RiskHypromellose
Low RiskIron oxide red
Low RiskFerric oxide (yellow)
Low RiskFd&c yellow 6
Medium RiskBlack ink
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in GSK Jalyn?
dutasteride
0.5 mg
tamsulosin hydrochloride
0.4 mg
mono-di-glycerides of caprylic/capric acid
butylated hydroxytoluene
gelatin
glycerin
titanium dioxide
microcrystalline cellulose
methacrylic acid copolymer dispersion
talc
triethyl citrate
carrageenan
potassium chloride
hypromellose
iron oxide red
ferric oxide (yellow)
FD&C yellow 6
black ink
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Jalyn compare to the research.
•Tamsulosin hydrochloride — 0.4 mg per capsule; modified-release form for once-daily dosing with food to improve absorption consistency.
•Combination capsule delivers both actives in a single modified-release hard-shell format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about GSK Jalyn