Zytrin 1mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Zytrin 1mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called alpha-blocker. It is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It may also be used to treat mild enlargement of the prostate gland in men (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
Zytrin 1mg Tablet is used to treat difficulties in passing urine in patients with enlarged prostate gland
Zytrin 1mg Tablet is used to treat difficulties in passing urine in patients with enlarged prostate gland
Uses of Zytrin Tablet
Benefits of Zytrin Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Zytrin 1mg Tablet works by relaxing your blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled, you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You may not feel the immediate benefit after taking the medicine, however, it works in the long term to keep you well.
Side effects of Zytrin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zytrin
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Low energy
- Weakness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
How to use Zytrin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zytrin 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zytrin 1mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zytrin 1mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zytrin 1mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zytrin 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zytrin 1mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zytrin 1mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Zytrin 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zytrin 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zytrin 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Zytrin 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Zytrin 1mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Zytrin 1mg Tablet as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor that you are taking Zytrin 1mg Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
- It may also be used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinazoline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Adrenergic receptor (alpha) antagonist- selective
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