This medicine is effective in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of medicine may be required. Please consult your doctor.
Information not available, seek advice from your doctor.
It can cause drowsiness or lack of attention when consumed with alcohol.
It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Avoid driving if these symptoms occur.
There is no sufficient information available regarding the use of it during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.
There is no sufficient information available regarding the use of it during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
It is an alpha receptor-blocking ingredient that relaxes the muscles present around the bladder exit and prostate gland and facilitates urine to pass easily.
Orthostatic hypotension, Severe renal impairment, Cataract surgery (Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome), Prostate cancer, and Severe liver impairment.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a medical condition in which the prostate gland in men grows larger than normal and causes problems with urination like frequent urination or weak urine stream.
It is usually advised to take the dose of Prostagard daily with a meal. Prefer taking it at the same time of the day. In patients with any kidney impairment, the dose is reduced by the doctor. Patients who are unable to swallow the capsules can open the capsule and sprinkle the powder on a tablespoon of apple sauce. Consume this mixture immediately within 5 minutes without chewing and drink a glass of cool water immediately afterwards.
Prostagard usually does not affect erectile function. However, Prostagard may cause other sexual problems like ejaculatory dysfunction and failure to ejaculate. If you experience any side effects or uneasiness while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Because BPH cannot be cured, the treatment focuses on reducing the symptoms. The treatment is based on how severe the symptoms are, how much they bother the patient and whether there are complications. The more irritating the symptoms are, the more aggressive treatment should be.
Physicians at UC San Diego Health are now offering prostate artery embolization (PAE) as a new treatment option for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate. The minimally invasive procedure is an alternative to surgery, with no hospital stay, little operative pain and lower cost.
You must consult your doctor before you start taking these medications. Prostagard can sometimes cause low blood pressure and fainting. Taking sildenafil along with Prostagard can further deteriorate the condition. It could also lead to increased chances of drop in blood pressure in a few sensitive patients. As a result, there could be increase in chances of fainting which could be dangerous.
Yes, Prostagard may cause a drop in blood pressure. This most commonly occurs while taking the first dose of this medicine. Hence, you should be cautious while driving, operating any machinery, or doing any important work during the initial days of treatment. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication.
In some cases, Prostagard has shown specific side effect on the eyes. It has been observed that during an eye surgery the iris tends to get floppy and pupil size becomes small in patients taking Prostagard. This makes the operation difficult and tedious. Hence, you should always inform your eye specialist about any history related to the use of Prostagard. Also, the doctor should be informed about all the medication that you are on before starting the treatment.
What is silodosin? Silodosin is an alpha-adrenergic (AL-fa ad-ren-ER-jik) blocker that is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Silodosin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Dutasteride may also decrease the chance that prostate surgery will be needed. Dutasteride is in a class of medications called 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. It works by blocking the production of a natural substance that enlarges the prostate.
Prostagard is a medicine given for the treatment of difficulty in urination, urinary dribbling, a strong urge to urination, and frequent urination during the night. It is also used to relieve other symptoms associated with benign enlargement of the prostate gland. It works by reducing the tension in the muscles of the urinary tract like the prostate gland and urethra. It facilitates an easier flow of urine through the urethra, and hence, is very useful in men with difficulty of urination.
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder.
Prostagard 8 Capsule is an alpha adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate. ₹135.15MRP₹159.
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