Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Cucard Pharma
Active Ingredient	Silodosin (4mg) + Dutasteride (0.5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	UROLOGY
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	385

FAQ

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What is the best time to take Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg?

It is best to take Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg after meals. The capsules should be swallowed whole; do not chew or split. Follow the doctor’s advice properly and do not miss the dose.

Is Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg safe?

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Is Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg effective?

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can the use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. These symptoms could be due to the presence of silodosin in the medicine. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg?

The use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is considered to be harmful in patients who are allergic to any active or inactive ingredients of the medicine. Caution is advised in patients with underlying kidney or liver disease. If not sure, consult your doctor.

What is benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)?

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is also known as prostate gland enlargement. It is a common condition in older men. BPH may cause symptoms like frequent or urgent need to urinate, increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia) and inability to completely empty the bladder.

What if you forget to take Prostosafe D Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg, 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.

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule Reviews

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is a combination of two medicines that work in different ways to treat men with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or needing to go to the toilet more often. It is not used to prevent prostate cancer.

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg should be taken at the same time each day. Take it as a whole, do not break, chew, or crush them. Your doctor will prescribe the dose most suitable for you. To gain the most benefit and treat your symptoms effectively you should not miss doses, even if you feel well. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice an improvement in symptoms but keep taking them regularly. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks or if they get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased libido, inability to get an erection (impotence), breast tenderness, and enlargement of your breasts. If these effects worry you or do not go away, call your doctor for advice. You may also feel dizzy or drowsy. These risks are higher when you first start taking this drug. Remember, your doctor has given you this medicine because the benefits are greater than the risks of the side effects.

This medicine should not be taken by women or children. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure or liver or kidney disease. This medicine may not be suitable. It can also affect, or be affected by, other drugs so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking. You may be advised to wear a condom during sex and to have your blood pressure checked frequently. Talk to your healthcare team if you drink alcohol.

How Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule Works

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is a combination of two medicines: Silodosin and Dutasteride, which relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Silodosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so as to allow easy passage of urine. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which helps in shrinking the prostate gland by decreasing the level of the hormone which helps the prostate gland grow.

How to Use Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule

In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia: When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is a combination of two medicines that reduces the size of your prostate by blocking the production of a hormone which causes it to grow. Additionally, it relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate. Together they can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. However, it may take up to 6 months to notice the full benefits. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.

Uses of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg Capsule Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg.
You have been prescribed Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count.
Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg.
Prostosafe D 4mg/0.5mg may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.