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Dr. Aditya Shah
Expert In Clinical Pharmacology And Drug SafetyView moreWhat Is Urimax D
Urimax D is mainly used to treat men with an enlarged prostate gland. However, it is not used to treat prostate cancer. Individuals suffering from difficulty urinating or more frequently going toilet can be relaxed after taking this medicine. It is very important to treat this otherwise urine flow may be completely blocked which may worsen the conditions.
Key Information
- Ingredient: Urimax D tablet is a combination of two medicines Tamsulosin and Dutasteride.
- Use: It is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, by relaxing the muscles of the prostate and bladder while reducing its size as a result urine flow is improved.
- Mechanism: This tablet includes dutasteride and tamsulosin, where dutasteride helps in reducing the level of hormone that leads to growth of prostate gland.
- Dosage: It is recommended to take 30 minutes after the meal every day at the same time to achieve maximum benefits. However, doctors should prescribe the most suitable dosage for everyone.
- Common side effects: Breast tenderness or enlargement in male, impotence, dizziness, low blood pressure, ejaculation difficulty.
- Major Warnings: During pregnancy, breast feeding or patients having kidney or liver diseases should be cautious before taking this medicine.
Dosage
The dosage and duration should be decided by doctor. However, it should be taken once daily at the same time each day to avoid missing the dose and get effective benefits.
➯ Missed Dose:
If any individual misses the dose take it as you remember. However, if the next dosage time is close skip the missed dose and take it as scheduled. Do not double the dose.
➯ Overdose:
One should avoid taking overdose of this medicine, otherwise risk of side effects may increase and may worsen the conditions. Hence, seek immediate medical help.
Side Effects
Some side effects get adjusted with body as the medicine gets used to the body. However, some remain consistent for a long time and causes discomfort which should be immediately reported to doctor.
- Decreased libido.
- Dizziness
- Impotence
- Ejaculation difficulty
- Breast enlargement and tenderness in male
- Low blood pressure
- Low sexual drive
Precaution
Alcohol
There are no interactions found of taking alcohol with this medicine. However, consult doctor before taking this medicine if you are frequent drinker.
Pregnancy
It is not recommended during pregnancy as it can cause serious harm like birth defects, miscarriages. Hence, women planning for pregnancy or pregnant should avoid taking this medicine.
Breast feeding
It is highly unsafe during breastfeeding as the toxicity of the tablet can pass into the breast milk which can cause serious harm to the baby.
Driving
One of the side effects of this medicine is that it can cause dizziness and light headiness. Hence, avoid performing any activity which requires focus like driving or operating any machinery.
Kidney
Individuals having kidney disease should be cautious before taking the medicine. Hence, inform doctor so that if any dose adjustment needed can be made.
Liver
It is highly unsafe for the liver patients. Hence, avoid taking the medicine without taking consulting from doctor.
FAQs
Q. Can The Use Of Urimax D Tablet Cause Dizziness?
Yes, the tamsulosin in the medicine can suddenly lower the blood pressure on changing posture from sitting to standing. Hence, this can lead to dizziness, fainting, sensation of spinning.
Q. What Are The Cautions Associated With The Use Of Urimax D Tablet?
This tablet is very harmful for the pregnant women as it can even get absorbed through skin, hence, avoid handling it. Men below the age of 18yrs should not take this tablet as it will affect their reproductive development.
Q. Is Urimax D Tablet Safe?
Yes, if used as per doctor’s prescription it is completely safe. Inform doctor about any side effects which causes any discomfort.
Q. Can I Take A Higher Dose Than The Recommended Dose Of This Medicine?
Urimax D should always be taken as the dose and duration prescribed by doctor. An overdose of it can increase the risk of side effects.
Q. Can The Use Of Urimax D Have An Impact On My Cataract Surgery?
Yes, individual should inform eye doctor if any individual has taken this medicine in the last 9 months as use of tablet can cause floppy eye syndrome. Hence, during the surgery pupils of the eye may constricts suddenly which will affect in surgery.
Q. Can The Use Of Urimax D Cause Ejaculation Problems?
Yes, when the medicine is taken in high doses ejaculation disorder may be faced. But these are harmless.
Q. Can The Use Of Urimax D Cause Priapism?
Priapism is a condition where persistent painful penile erection is caused. However, this is very rare side effect seen in individuals after taking the medicine. Hence, it should be treated immediately otherwise it can lead to permanent impotence.
Q. Apart From Taking The Medicines, What Should I Do To Manage My Prostate Symptoms?
Some lifestyle changes when combined with medicines can improve the prostate symptoms getting reduced. Do not take alcohol or caffeine just before going to bed and urinate when you feel the urge to do it. Do not strain or push during urinating.
