New Geripod-D Capsule

This is a combination medication which has Silodosin and Dutasteride as active ingredients. It falls under a category of drugs known as alpha-blockers. This medication is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). It functions by relaxing the prostate and bladder muscles allowing greater urine flow. This medication is primarily used by men. It reduces signs and symptoms of BPH.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as a decrease in sexual libido, skin rash, and hives. Also, discoloration of skin or eyes, chest pain, swelling of body parts or darkening of the urine and painful erection.

The dosage for this medication should be determined by the doctor. The usual dose in adults for treating prostatic hyperplasia is 8 mg to be taken orally once daily along with a meal.

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

• Renal Impairment

• Severe Liver Impairment

• Dizziness

• Ejaculation Disorder

• Breast Pain

• Retrograde Ejaculation

• Impotence

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taking this medication with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience a headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It may cause dizziness. Exercise caution if you have to drive or operate a machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild renal disease, and dose adjustment is required in moderate renal disease.Not advisable in patients with the severe renal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild to moderate liver disease.Not advisable in patients with the severe liver disease.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as New Geripod-D Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Alphacept-D 8 Combipack

  Lupin Ltd

• Sildura 8 Combipack

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack

  Ipca Laboratories Ltd

• Silodal-D 8 Combipack

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Silodosin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

This medication works as an antagonist of the alpha-1 adrenoreceptor selective for the prostrate. It binds to and blocks these receptors which lower intraurethral pressure, relaxes smooth muscles and improves urine flow. Dutasteride is primarily used as a form of treatment for enlarged prostate in males and also has secondary functionalities. The drug restricts the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone. DHT is responsible for the swelling of the prostate.

• Ques : What is new geripod d capsule?

  Ans : This medication has Silodosin and Dutasteride as active ingredients present. It performs its action by treating benign prostatic hyperplasia, relaxing bladder muscles, avoid hesitancy and urinary retention

• Ques : What are the uses of new geripod d capsule?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions like urinary retention, prostate gland enlargement, urinating problems, hesitancy and symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of new geripod d capsule?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include jaundice, headache, skin allergies, tongue swelling, dizziness, running nose and diarrhea.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal new geripod d capsule?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of New geripod d capsule.