Urimax is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The correct dosage of Urimax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Urimax as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Urimax normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Urimax's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Urimax has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Urimax related warnings section.
Urimax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Urimax are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Urimax may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Urimax is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Urimax is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urimax is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Urimax safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Urimax for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Urimax safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Urimax in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Urimax is unavailable.
What is the effect of Urimax on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Urimax on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Urimax on the Liver?
Using Urimax does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Urimax on the Heart?
Urimax is not harmful for the heart.
Urimax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Urimax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Urimax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Urimax.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Urimax will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Urimax is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Urimax in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Urimax
It is safe to take Urimax with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Urimax
Consumption of alcohol and Urimax together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Urimax is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
Urimax blocks receptors in the prostate, prostatic capsule, prostate urethra, and bladder neck. When these receptors are blocked, smooth muscle relaxation occurs in the bladder neck and prostate, decreasing the urinary outflow resistance in men.
Rarely, Urimax causes a persistent painful penile erection which is not related to an intercourse. This condition is known as priapism. If not treated properly, this condition can cause permanent impotence. Therefore, if you suffer from any such condition while taking Urimax, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Urimax is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Urimax helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.
Yes, Urimax has the potential to lower the blood pressure and cause hypotension. Low blood pressure can be avoided or managed by drinking lots of fluids, taking food rich in B12 and folate, taking adequate salt, and by taking caffeine.
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