Maxvoid 8mg Tablet
About Maxvoid 8mg Tablet
Maxvoid tablet 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 drug is primarily used by men. It reduces signs and symptoms of BPH.
Don’t use this medication if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within it or if you have kidney/liver disorders. Before using this medication notify your doctor if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you are allergic to any food/medicine/substance or you have blood pressure, prostate cancer.
What are the uses of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
What are the contraindications of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet ?
Ejaculation Disorder
Key highlights of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.
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.
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.
What are the substitutes for Maxvoid 8mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Maxvoid 8mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Silorap 8Mg Tablet
Hetero Drugs Ltd
- Siluri 8Mg Capsule
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Alphacept 8Mg Capsule
Lupin Ltd
- Silodal 8Mg Capsule
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Rapilif 8Mg Capsule
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
- Silotime 8mg Capsule
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Geripod 8mg Capsule
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Sildoo 8Mg Capsule
Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd
- Silofast 8Mg Capsule
Cipla Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
It works as an antagonist of the alpha-1 adrenoceptor selective for the prostate. It binds to and blocks these receptors which lowers intraurethral pressure, relaxes smooth muscles and improves urine flow.
FAQs about Maxvoid 8mg Tablet
Ques : What is Maxvoid 8mg Tablet?
Ans : Maxvoid has Silodosin as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by calming muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
Ques : What are the uses of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet?
Ans : Maxvoid is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Maxvoid 8mg Tablet?
Ans : Side effects include Retrograde ejaculation, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Dizziness, Headache, Nasal congestion, and Diarrhea.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Maxvoid 8mg Tablet?
Ans : Maxvoid should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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