Hytrin 5 Tablet Information

Hytrin 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Hytrin 5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hytrin 5 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Hytrin 5 Tablet are Nasal congestion, Sinus inflammation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hytrin 5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Hytrin 5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hytrin 5 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Hytrin 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Hytrin 5 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hytrin 5 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Hytrin 5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hytrin 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Hytrin 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Hytrin 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Hytrin 5 Tablet 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	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose gradually increase as 2 mg, 5 mg, or 10 mg to achieved desired therapeutic effects
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose gradually increase as 2 mg, 5 mg, or 10 mg to achieved desired therapeutic effects

Hytrin 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Hytrin 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Hytrin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Hytrin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Hytrin 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Hytrin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Hytrin 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Hytrin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hytrin 5 Tablet on the Liver?

Hytrin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hytrin 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Hytrin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hytrin 5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Hytrin 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Pseudoephedrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Prednisolone

Propranolol

Diazepam

Hytrin 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hytrin 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Angina
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Hytrin 5 Tablet

Is this Hytrin 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Hytrin 5 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Hytrin 5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Hytrin 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Hytrin 5 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hytrin 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hytrin 5 Tablet

Taking Hytrin 5 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hytrin 5 Tablet

Taking Hytrin 5 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe