Naftopidil
Description
Naftopidil is used in men to decrease the urine outflow difficulties due to an enlarged prostate gland. It is not recommended in patients with a known history of allergy to naftopidil.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Naftopidil
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Irregular heart beat
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Itching of skin
- Skin Rash
- Blurred vision
Uses of Naftopidil
What is it prescribed for?
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not used in women for the indication of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Use of this medicine is generally not recommended in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary if it is used for any other indications other than BPH. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not used in women for the indication of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Use of this medicine is generally not recommended in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary if it is used for any other indications other than BPH. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to naftopidil or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not used in women for the indication of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Use of this medicine is generally not recommended in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary if it is used for any other indications other than BPH. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not used in women for the indication of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Use of this medicine is generally not recommended in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary if it is used for any other indications other than BPH. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision, weakness, dizziness, dizziness on standing up, etc. due to orthostatic hypotension in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks. In such a case, the patient should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
Syncope
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of temporary loss of consciousness caused by a sudden decrease in the blood pressure.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Aceclofenac
Warfarin
Acemetacin
Acepromazine
Abafungin
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine after a meal or as exactly advised by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by relaxing the smooth muscles in the bladder and prostate and thus eases the urine flow.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Alpha-blockers, Adrenergic alpha-Antagonists
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Mar 2019
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