アボルブカプセル0.5mg
Dutasteride (Avodart, Zagallo)
Dutasteride · アボルブ
Japan is one of the few countries where dutasteride is approved for male pattern hair loss (Zagallo 0.5 mg), alongside finasteride. Hair-loss clinics prescribe it at the patient's expense, often with topical minoxidil. Not controlled; 1-month import rule applies.
At a glance
- Prescription status
- Prescription only
- Over the counter
- Not sold OTC
- Bringing it into Japan
- ✓ 1 month Rx / 2 months OTC
- Names abroad
- Avodart
Over the counter
Prescription only. Zagallo (for hair loss) is paid in full; Avolve (the same drug for enlarged prostate) is insured.
Prescription products in Japan
18 productsProducts on Japan's national drug price list. Prescription only: a clinic visit is needed, and pharmacies may substitute a generic with the same ingredient.
| Brand names | アボルブ |
|---|---|
| Generic | 17 generic products |
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 0.5mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥21.1 – ¥46 Official NHI drug price. Patients with Japanese insurance pay 10–30%; visitors without it pay the full price plus consultation fees. |
Product names are shown in Japanese, exactly as printed on the package and the prescription. Show this page at the pharmacy.
デュタステリドカプセル0.5mg:AV
12 manufacturers: AFP · BMD · DSEP · JG · TC · サワイ …
デュタステリド錠0.5mg:AV
4 manufacturers: DSEP · NS · YD · 明治
All listed products (18) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| アボルブカプセル0.5mg | Oral · ¥46/capsule |
|---|---|
| デュタステリド0.5mgカプセル · Generic | Oral · ¥21.1/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「AFP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥21.1/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「BMD」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「JG」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「TC」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「サワイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「フソー」 · Generic | Oral · ¥21.1/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「日医工」 · Generic | Oral · ¥21.1/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「杏林」 · Generic | Oral · ¥21.1/capsule |
| デュタステリドカプセル0.5mgAV「武田テバ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/capsule |
| デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/tablet |
| デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「NS」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/tablet |
| デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「YD」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/tablet |
| デュタステリド錠0.5mgAV「明治」 · Generic | Oral · ¥25.7/tablet |
Bringing it into Japan
Up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine, or 2 months of OTC medicine, without any paperwork. For more, apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel.
Getting it prescribed in Japan
Any clinic can prescribe it after a consultation. Bring the original packaging or a medication list. Use the hospital finder to find clinics with English-speaking staff or an international patient office.
Names abroad
| US | Avodart |
|---|---|
| UK | Avodart |
| Korea | 아보다트 |
| China | 安福达 |
| Taiwan | 適尿通 |
Sources
- Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Bringing medicines for personal use into Japan mhlw.go.jp
This page describes how a medicine is regulated and sold in Japan. It is not medical advice and does not cover dosing for your situation; follow your doctor's and pharmacist's instructions.