Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Tamsulosin(0.4mg), Dutasteride(0.5mg)
Geriflo D Bottle Of 30 Tablets contains a combination of Tamsulosin and Dutasteride. It is used for the treatment of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition of the enlarged prostate gland in men. Geriflo D Bottle Of 30 Tablets works by a dual mechanism of action, Dutasteride helps in reducing the size of the enlarged prostate, whereas Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate. It helps in easing the symptoms of BPH like difficulty in passing urine, frequent urination, increased frequency of urination at night or inability to empty the bladder. Inform your doctor about all other medications, over-the-counter medications and herbal products you are taking before starting with this medicine.
Geriflo D Bottle Of 30 Tablets has complementary mechanisms of action which improves the symptoms like the urinary flow and urinary retention related discomfort and also the need for surgery to remove the enlarged prostate gland.
Tamsulosin helps in relaxing the prostate and bladder muscles whereas Dutasteride interferes with the formation of the hormone responsible for the enlarged prostate gland.
In a small study (n=24) of two weeks duration in healthy men, dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) had no effect on the pharmacokinetics of tamsulosin or terazosin. There was also no indication of a pharmacodynamic interaction in this study. Dutasteride has no effect on the pharmacokinetics of warfarin or digoxin.
Breast enlargement
Tenderness in breast
Dizziness
Low sexual drive
Ejaculation problem
Impotence
If you are allergic to Tamsulosin, Dutasteride or any of the ingredients of this medicine. If you have a liver disorder or liver function problem. If you are allergic to soya and peanut. If you experience giddiness or fall when you gradually get up from a sitting position.
Dutasteride and tamsulosin combination is used to treat men who have symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland, which is also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Benign enlargement of the prostate is a problem that can occur in men as they get older. The prostate gland is located below the bladder.
Drug-Drug Interactions: DUTASTERIDE+TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE is known to contra-indicate with medicines used to help achieve or maintain an erection (vardenafil, sildenafil citrate, tadalafil), high blood pressure (verapamil, diltiazem), anti-HIV (ritonavir, indinavir), blood thinners (warfarin), antibiotics (erythromycin), NSAIDs (diclofenac).
Drug-Food Interactions: DUTASTERIDE+TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE is known to interact when taken along with alcohol. Also, keep your doctor informed about all the OTC medicines you are using while taking DUTASTERIDE+TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: DUTASTERIDE+TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE should not be given to the patients with eye problems (like glaucoma or cataract), liver/kidney disease, hypotension (low blood pressure).
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
VARDENAFIL
SILDENAFIL
TADALAFIL
VERAPAMIL
DILTIAZEM
RITONAVIR
INDINAVIR
WARFARIN
ERYTHROMYCIN
DICLOFENAC
Store below 30°C in the original container Keep it out of the reach of children
This medicine is absorbed through the skin If anyone comes in contact with this medicine by mistake, then the contact area should be washed immediately with soap and water
If you missed any dose, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, fainting and low blood pressure. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
To treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Q: What precautions do I need to take before taking Geriflo D Bottle Of 30 Tablets?
It should not be given to a male below 18 years old.
Pregnant women should not touch this medicine as it gets absorbed through the skin and can cause harm to the foetus.
If you have a history of an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
Q: Can Geriflo D Bottle Of 30 Tablets be taken after consuming alcohol?
A: No, it would be best if you do not consume alcohol before taking this medicine as both of them have similar side effects like dizziness, drowsiness and a drop in blood pressure.
