Bph

FREQUENCY & URGENCY URINATION inspite of taking tab.urimax 0.4mg daily at nightIP ## My father had recently urination problem, then local doctor checked and suspected prostate cancer . He advised for Urimax .4 mg tablet. He is feeling well and have no peoblem since one week. What should be next step to be taken now. His age is 75 years. ## @OPSarwal, Are you saying that you continue to suffer from a frequency and urgency to urinate even after taking the urimax (Tamsulosin) medication? If so, it would be best to contact your doctor so he can prescribe you something different. @Kailash, I'm glad to hear that the urimax is working for your father and that he is feeling better. It sounds like your father can continue taking this medication as long as his doctor allows. You shouldn...

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OK guys, gals, ladies, and, gentlemen. I have been taking Flomax, starting in 1996, or since it's release, and at that time, depended on samples from my primary care doctor, because, at that time flomax was 100$ for 30 capsules. Then, when my insurance started paying, the generic Tamsulosin was released, and to date I have remained on this medication for bph, and prior to 1996 Hytrin was prescribed, which also worked for me. For 22 years I have had to take something for bph and I'm now 60 yrs old. OK, I said all that to say on this. For 20 yrs I've taken FLOMAX 0.4 MG Capsules, and never had any side effects, but on 1 or 2 occasions, I ran out and was off for maybe a week before I could not urinate, and had immense pain trying, and desperately was ready to rob a pharmacy to ...

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I take Levsin under the tongue for BPH. The NIH website says people over 65 (aka myself) should usually not take Levsin because it is not as safe and effective as other available medications. Is this something I need to address, or is it not important? ## I found the statement that you were referring to: "talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking hyoscyamine if you are 65 years of age or older. Older adults should not usually take hyoscyamine because it is not as safe and may not be as effective as other medications that can be used to treat the same condition." Unfortunately, in any medical situation, a patient has to be their own best advocate. Doctors often prescribe medications according to their experience with how well something has worked for other patien...

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For treatment of BPH I am taking Urimax .4mg for last one month. For how long shall i continue to take the medicine, one tab per day, for more improvement. ## Hi, Riten! You should take it for however long your doctor has instructed you to do so. Urimax contains the active ingredient Tamsulosin and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and diarrhea. Learn more Urimax details here. Are there any other questions or concerns? ## I have been using medicines like urimax for my prostrate enlargement for the last two years. how long should i require to continue with this medicine ## For one month i've been using urimax o, 2mg. How long i should continue this tab for my urine obstruction due to muscle tightness in urethra? Should I go for dilatation and is there any...

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besides flomax & hytrin and avodart what is there to treat BPH? ## I have BPH. I tried Avodart and found it frustrating: it was very effective in removing symptoms of BPH fast, but unable to move beyond turgid for intercourse; if climax occurred , it felt like someone strangled me down there, ie: the gun fired but no bullets. I was switched to Cialis 5mg: just as effective on BPH but slower to have an effect. Took 4 months for effects of Avodart to wear off. Gun has bullets. But Cialis also can have side effects in some people. ## You can learn more here about your BPH treatment options. As always, you should try the medication, or treatment approach that your doctor advises to achieve the best possible outcome for you. Are you on any other medications?

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I have stopped taking dosulepin after 8 years Ive had BPH for 3 yrs I'm at present catheterized urine retention ...is possible my prostate may shrink habit in time? ## Dosulepin .....side effect is prostate enlargement BPH !!!! If you stop taking dosulepin Does the prostate shrink a bit ??? ## Hello, Barry! How are you doing? Yes, it should, if it was the sole cause of the issue. Other withdrawal effects, as listed by the NIH, may possibly include anxiety, rebound depression, headache and diarrhea. Has there been any improvement, yet? ## Yes ,had to self catheterize for about 2 weeks but since then about 12 months I've been OK ...not like a teenager but OK ..I'm 69 yes ,oh and I take flowmax.

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I take 5mg Cialis for BPH and erectile dysfunction, and it is working well. My Health care is going make me change to generic Tadalafil. Will it work as well? ## Theoretically the generic SHOULD work as well as the brand if the amount of active ingredient is the same. The inactive ingredients (fillers) will vary by manufacturer. There have been anecdotal reports in other threads here of people saying that being switched from one manufacturer to another makes a difference, but that's usually in reference to other medications, not Tadalafil. You should notice relatively soon after making the switch. One thing to note is that the FDA states "Any generic medicine modeled after a brand-name medicine must perform the same in the body as the brand-name medicine. This standard applies t...

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I have problem of BPH, size is 28 gm weight and post void urine retention is 40 ml. I have been taking this combination tablet one in the night for the last two years. Is it safe to use it for long periods. I have found some relief from this drug. In the night I have to get up for urination two times and in the day there is not much problem. Can I discontinue the medicine for some time and see the reaction for some time. ## I have taken urimax 0.4 for last ten years, with no ill effects. I cannot afford to take chances of discontinuing, lest there is irreversible change of the size from 35 gm. ## I am taking Urimax D (Tamsulosin hydrochloride .4mg and .5 mg Duta steride ) at night for the last about 2 years.I have to go for urine two times .Rest there is no other serious side effect. Ho...

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I have been on Cialis daily 5mg mainly for BPH for about two (2) months and it has definitely helped. I have also enjoyed the added bonus of assisting me with ED. The past few weeks, the ED benefits seem to have lessened. A bit of backstory: I am 69 and have only one testicle, one removed five (5) years ago due to severe prostate infection which "ate through" part of the testicle and causing severe, chronic pain. As a result of this, I have been getting ten (10) of the TESTOPEL pellets inserted in my backside every three (3) months. I LITERALLY am a different man as the time approaches for the implantation to be done i.e., much-reduced energy, depression, libido and general mood. Has anyone had experience where the daily 5mg Cialis is not as effective after a period of time. I w...

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I am interested to know side effects of dutalfa for treatment of bph ## I am suffering from prostate enlargement and it weighs 41gms with grade 2.I have been advised Tab.Dutalfa as 1 daily and am using it since 6 months.Now I have been observing that my right breast is slightly enlarged and I get pain in right breast. Pl.adv.me accordingly. Thanks ## I am suffering from prostate enlargement and it weighs 41gms with grade 2.I have been advised Tab.Dutalfa as 1 daily and am using it since 6 months.Now I have been observing that my right breast is slightly enlarged and I get pain in right breast.My age is 62 years. Pl.adv.me accordingly. Thanks ## AFTER 4 MONTHS OF dUTALFA I AM SUFFERING FROM NO DISCHARGE OF SEMEN DURING INTERCOURSE. I feel aroused but i have no orgasmic satisfaction and l...

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i have been on Tenomin 50mg for a while. Recently I had a lapse of memory when I was stressed and when my bph was taken the dr found that my pressure was 190/110. He prescribed Losacar 50 . I don't know what this tablet is for. If I should take this tablet only or should I continue with Tenomin too?

Anyone know of an effective OTC I can use in place of 10mg nightly I've been taking for BPH? I've tried Beta Sitosterol and Saw Palmetto with no relief. ## Hello, Ray! How are you? Sorry that you've lost your coverage. But no, I am not aware of anything that's as effective. My suggestion would be to talk to your pharmacy and see what discount programs they participate in. Most of them are free and they can really provide significant savings on many medications. Does anyone else have any ideas?

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i just wish to know that if softovac has any side effects? ## At 73, along with COAD, HPT, T2DM, and BPH I suffer from 55-year-old Constipation. Softovac, Duphalac, and all other drugs have failed to give me bowel movements. I walk 40 minutes in the morning, but there is no relief, whatsoever. ## I'm having problems of Irritating Bowel Syndrome with Some amount Constipation.. Heard of Softovac & got 1.. But does it cause any Major "Drug-Drug Interaction".. as I'm also taking Carbamazepine (having problems of Reflex Seizures).. Kindly help; With a Valid Answer please.! ## I'm having problems of Irritating Bowel Syndrome with Some amount Constipation.. Heard of Softovac & got 1.. But does it cause any Major "Drug-Drug Interaction".. as I'm also taki...

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How long do i take this medication for? ## Have you consulted your doctor? Alfuzosin is used to treat BPH and the duration of treatment depends on how well your condition responds to the treatment. ## Takes time to urinate . So far taking Tamlet 4 .my prostate is also enlarged (was30g 10 years back) am 60 years of age ! Last time in 2000 Doctors checked my bladder and advised strictures at the neck of bladder , they did needful and told to take medicines like Tamlet 4 and may be at some age when Prostate grows more large ,may advise for Operation ! My point now will Dutasteride + alfuzosin Hydrochloride will take care till operation ! Pl. Advise , Lalit Gupta ## I take alfuzosin Hydrochloride and have a question about why on the precautions it warnings about heart problems "heart fa...

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Using Terazosin 5mg at bed time and Cialis 5mg daily in the mornings for BPH relieve.Seams to be working well. ## Hello, Bob! How are you doing? I'm glad you've found a combination that works well for you. Have you experience any of the expected side effects? Nausea, dizziness, stuffy nose? ## No side efects as yet.Both medications seem to be doing what they were ment for,and together relieving BPH problem.

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Tamsulosin

Tamsulosin, sold under the brand name Flomax among others, is a medication used to treat symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and chronic prostatitis and to help with the passage of kidney stones.[5][6][7] The evidence for benefit with a kidney stone is better when the stone is larger.[7] It is taken by mouth.[5] Common side effects include dizziness, headache, sleeplessness, nausea, blurry vision, and s...

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Tamsulosin, sold under the brand name Flomax among others, is a medication used to treat symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and chronic prostatitis and to help with the passage of kidney stones.[5][6][7] The evidence for benefit with a kidney stone is better when the stone is larger.[7] It is taken by mouth.[5] Common side effects include dizziness, headache, sleeplessness, nausea, blurry vision, and s...

blood pressureB ## Any side effects noted for those already taking Kurzyme supplement from Swiss Labs? Spouse has chf, hbp, bph, gout, and taking meds for all. ## Since Kurzyme is an over the counter supplement, and not a prescription drug, this, unfortunately, means it has not been tested for use with other prescription medications or medical conditions. According to the ingredients list, it contains Protease, Bromelain and Papain, however, as I said, supplements are not studied and tested like prescription drugs. They are touted to do a lot of things, but it's very hard to be certain. In this case, having no idea what other medications your husband is on and how this may react with any of them, or how it may affect his medical conditions, I have to strongly urge you to consult his...

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Tadalafil

Tadalafil, sold under the brand name Cialis among others, is a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and pulmonary arterial hypertension.[5] It is a tablet taken by mouth.[5] Onset is typically within half an hour and the duration is up to 36 hours.[5] Common side effects include headache, muscle pain, flushed skin, and nausea.[5] Caution is advised in those with cardiovascular di...

Can you take Flomax with Hytrin? ## Can you take Flomax along with Avodart or Hytrin? ## I'm a 56yr old male , with BPH , specific excessive nocturnal urinatios 3-5 x a night. I was up to 19 mg of Hytrin my physican recently put me on Flomax. .4 in the am and .4 in the pm . I don't think it's an improvement can I take 10 of Hytrin in the am and .4 Flomax in the pm ? Help , this is not right for a younger guy ! ## Flomax and Hytrin can both cause lowered blood pressure, so combining the two medications could result in it dropping dangerously low, which may result in extreme dizziness, drowsiness, and fainting. You can check the information here interaction checker. Thus, you should not mix them, without your doctor's approval. Ailin, unfortunately, medical issues rarely h...

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