Geristart: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Geristart Information

Geristart is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Geristart is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Geristart as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Geristart are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Geristart is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Geristart related warnings talks about Geristart's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Geristart is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Geristart contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Geristart may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Geristart is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Geristart Benefits & Uses
Geristart Dosage & How to Take
Geristart Side Effects
Geristart Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Geristart with Other Drugs
Geristart Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Geristart
Geristart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Geristart Benefits & Uses

Geristart is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Geristart Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Geristart Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Geristart is used -

Moderate

Ejaculation disorder

Mild

Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Cough
Diarrhoea
Insomnia
Running nose
Sinus inflammation
Rash

Unknown

Impotence
Sore throat

Geristart Related Warnings

Is the use of Geristart safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Geristart for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Geristart safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Geristart on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Geristart will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Geristart on the Kidneys?

Geristart is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Geristart on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Geristart on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Geristart on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Geristart for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Geristart with Other Drugs

Geristart should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Doxazosin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Geristart Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Geristart unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Geristart

Is this Geristart habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Geristart has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Geristart since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Geristart only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Geristart for mental disorders.

No

Geristart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Geristart

Taking Geristart with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Geristart

Taking Geristart with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Geristart

Question about 6 years ago

What is Geristart?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Geristart is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Geristart cause allergy?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Geristart may cause an allergic reaction causing hives, rash, and itching. It may also cause swelling of the eyes, tongue, lips, arms, ankles, throat, feet and lower legs. If you suffer from any of these reactions, please inform your doctor immediately. He may ask you to discontinue using Geristart.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Geristart cause persistent erection (Priapism)?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Geristart 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 Geristart, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Geristart work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Geristart 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Geristart cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Geristart doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.