Doxacard 4 mg Tablet 30S

WHAT IS DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE?

Doxacard 4 mg is a drug which belongs to a family of drugs called alpha-adrenergic blockers. It is sold under the trade names Cardura, Doxacard (made by Cipla) among several other brand names that are sold in various countries. Doxazosin Mesylate is prescribed primarily for the treatment of high blood pressure, and to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate which makes urination difficult). This medicine may also be used for conditions not listed here.

Doxazosin Mesylate medication helps in relaxing the blood vessels (veins, and arteries) so that blood can flow smoothly through them without any difficulty. This medicine also relaxes muscles in the prostate, and bladder neck, thereby making urination easier in people with enlarged bladder.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE:

Doxazosin Mesylate (Cardura, Doxacard) is not recommended for people who are allergic to it, or if they are already taking similar medications like alfuzosin, prazosin, terazosin, silodosin, or tamsulosin. Doxazosin Mesylate is known to affect pupils during cataract surgery. Inform You’re eye surgeon well in advance that you are taking this medication. Don’t stop if without You’re surgeon’s advice.

You may experience fainting, or giddiness in the initial days of starting Doxazosin Mesylate, or when you take it after a long time. This may impact some of You’re activities like driving which requires much attention, and focus, so be careful. Don’t stand upright for a long period, exert You’re self more during an exercise, or go outside in hot weather. Don’t get up suddenly from a sitting, or lying position otherwise you may feel dizzy.

If you have liver disease, or a history of prostate cancer, you may need a dose adjustment, or special tests to safely take Doxazosin Mesylate. Inform You’re doctor in advance if you have any of these conditions. Certain drugs may interact with Doxazosin Mesylate. Let You’re doctor know about all medications which you use currently.

Doxazosin Mesylate is an FDA pregnancy category C drug. It is not known whether this medicine can harm an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. It is also not known whether Doxazosin Mesylate can pass into breast milk, and harm a nursing baby. Consult You’re doctor before taking Doxazosin Mesylate if any of these cases apply to you.

OTHER DOSAGES

• Doxacard 1
• Doxacard 2
• Doxacard 4

BEFORE TAKING DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE:

Before taking Doxazosin Mesylate (Cardura, Doxacard), take care of all precautions mentioned above. Discuss them with You’re doctor, and clear all doubts which you may have about this drug.

HOW SHOULD I TAKE DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE?

Take Doxazosin Mesylate (Cardura, Doxacard) strictly as advised by You’re doctor. Don’t alter the course of the medication in any way, either by amount, or by duration. You’re doctor may advise you to change the dose sometimes to ensure proper treatment. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer it for more details if you have any doubts, or call You’re doctor, or pharmacist.

Doxazosin Mesylate lowers blood pressure, and may lead to dizziness, or fainting, especially in the initial period after starting it, or when you restart the medication after a long time. Notify You’re doctor if you experience severe dizziness, or feel like you may faint.

When you first wake up after taking Doxazosin Mesylate, you may feel very dizzy, so take care while standing up from a sitting, or lying position. You will be required to get You’re blood pressure, and prostate checked at regular intervals. Don’t forget to visit You’re doctor regularly.

Some factors can lead to low blood pressure while taking Doxazosin Mesylate like vomiting, diarrhea, heavy sweating, heart disease, low salt diet, heart disease, or taking diuretics (water pills). Let You’re doctor know if you have an extended period of illness that causes diarrhea, or vomiting. Always store Doxazosin Mesylate in a cool, and dry place.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?

If you miss a dose of Doxazosin Mesylate, take it as soon as you remember it. However, skip the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is near. Don’t take extra medication, or two doses near to each other to compensate for the missed dose.

WHAT IF I OVERDOSE?

Get emergency medical attention, or call the Doctor Immediately if you take an overdose of Doxazosin Mesylate, and experience serious symptoms which may include severe dizziness, and fainting.

WHAT SHOULD I AVOID WHILE TAKING DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE?

You’re thinking capability, and reflexes may be impacted after taking Doxazosin Mesylate (Cardura, Doxacard). Be sure not to do an activity that requires greater mental alertness, and reflexes like driving. Avoid alcohol as it can increase the likelihood of some side effects of Doxazosin Mesylate.
Don’t stand for a long time, or exert more during an exercise otherwise you may feel dizzy. Also, while getting up from a sitting, and lying position do it slowly, and don’t get up suddenly, or you may feel dizzy, and might fall as well.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DOXACARD 4 MG:

SERIOUS

• Chest Pain (New, Or Deteriorating),
  • Feeling Like You May Faint,
  • Fever,
  • Nausea,
  • Stomach Pain,
  • Appetite Loss,
  • Dark Urine,
  • Clay Colored Stools,
  • Jaundice, Or Painful, And Prolonged Penis Erection That Can Last For 4 Hours, Or Longer.

COMMON

• Dizziness,
  • Headache,
  • Overall Weakness,
  • Drowsiness,
  • Nausea,
  • Diarrhea,
  • Back Pain,
  • Dental Problems,
  • Blurred Vision,
  • Sleep Problems (Insomnia),
  • Lower Libido,
  • Abnormal Ejaculation,
  • Runny Nose,
  • Sore Throat, Or Cough.

DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE DOSING INFORMATION:

Doxazosin Mesylate dosage will be decided by You’re doctor, and may differ from patient to patient. Dosage depends on a lot of factors like age, sex, seriousness of the condition among several others. Follow You’re doctor’s instructions.

INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS:

Certain drugs can interact with Doxazosin Mesylate (Cardura, Doxacard) such as Sildenafil, Tadalafil, Vardenafil, or other blood pressure medicines, including diuretics.
The list of drugs above which can interact with Doxazosin Mesylate is not a complete one, and there may be other drugs which can interact with it. Always consult You’re doctor before starting a new medication, and before stopping, or altering the course of any existing ones.