GFR XL 2.5 Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Prazosin 2.5 mg
Manufacturer
Renauxe Pharma India Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
GFR XL 2.5 TABLET contains Prazosin which belongs to the group of medicines called Alpha-Blockers. It is mainly used to manage hypertension (condition in which force of the blood is high against the arterial walls), heart failure (a condition in which heart doesn’t pump blood well) and Raynaud’s disease (condition in which some areas of the body may feel numb and cold such as fingers and toes). GFR XL 2.5 TABLET is also used to manage prostatic hyperplasia in men. Prostatic hyperplasia can be defined as an age-related mild prostate gland enlargement which is categorized by urinary difficulties or increased frequency of urination during night-time. Prazosin works by reducing the blood pressure where it helps relax the walls of blood vessels and reduce the resistance to blood flow so that blood can pass smoothly without any obstruction. It reduces the chances of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to pump blood effectively. It manages Raynaud’s disease (fingers become white and painful when cold) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus helps to pass urine easily. Before taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. You should inform your doctor if you have ever had a fainting after passing urine. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET may cause complications during eye surgeries such as cataract, therefore inform your doctor if you are undergoing any eye operations. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET is not recommended in children under (12 years of age) and also patients having allergy to prazosin or other quinazolines such as doxozosin and tetrazosin .GFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women ,breast feeding mothers and elderly people. Consult your doctor before taking it. Most common
Uses
OF GFR XL 2.5 TABLETIt is used to manage: hypertension (high blood pressure) heart failure Raynaud’s disease (painful cold fingers) prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) in men
How It Works
GFR XL 2.5 TABLET reduces the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood that pass easily without any obstruction. It reduces the chances of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to pump blood productively. It manages raynauds disease (painful cold fingers) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus promotes easy passage of urine.
Directions for Use
Take GFR XL 2.5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
GFR XL 2.5 TABLET are nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, fainting and dizziness etc. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms bothers you. USES OF GFR XL 2.5 TABLETIt is used to manage: hypertension (high blood pressure) heart failure Raynaud’s disease (painful cold fingers) prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) in men HOW GFR XL 2.5 TABLET WORKSGFR XL 2.5 TABLET reduces the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood that pass easily without any obstruction. It reduces the chances of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to pump blood productively. It manages raynauds disease (painful cold fingers) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus promotes easy passage of urine. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake GFR XL 2.5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF GFR XL 2.5 TABLETCOMMON Fainting and dizziness especially on standing up Headache, drowsiness, or weakness Palpitations (irregular beating of heart) Nausea Vomiting Lack of energy Depression or nervousness Constipation and diarrhoea Dry mouth Nasal stuffiness Blurred vision Shortness of breath or rash (signs of allergic reaction) Swelling of the feet, ankles or leg Increased frequency of urination UNCOMMON Stomach discomfort or pain Chest pain accompanied by increased heartbeat Tingling sensation or numbness Ringing or buzzing in the ear Redness in the eyes or eye pain Sleeping difficulties Sweating Itching of skin Painful joints Difficulty or inability in erection of penis RARE Infection and pain in pancreas Abnormal slow beating of heart Hallucinations (abnormal imagining about things which are not real) Loss of hair Decreased blood pressure Flushing Abnormal breast enlargement especially in men Persistent erection of the penis Sleeping disorder causi ng increased tendency to fall asleep (narcolepsy) Urinary incontinence (leaking of urine) Fever and pain Swelling of blood vessels Stop taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: Signs of allergic reactions (such as sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of eyelids, face, lips, rash or itching which affects the whole body)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredGFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionGFR XL 2.5 TABLET is excreted in small amounts through breast milk, so it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizziness, drowsiness, or weakness after taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET because it might cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting. KIDNEYUse with CautionGFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking. LIVERUse with CautionGFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take GFR XL 2.5 TABLET if you are allergic to Prazosin or other quinazolines such as doxazosin and terazosin. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionGFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients having heart failure due to another heart conditions such as heart attack or valvular heart disease. This heart conditions can gradually make this medicine ineffective and can lead to oedema (fluid retention) in legs and ankles. Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedGFR XL 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 12 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionGFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients usually initiating the management with the lowest possible dose. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBefore taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you: Have ever had a fainting after passing the urine Are undergoing an eye operation due to cataract (cloudiness of lens) Have prolonged erection of penis which lasts than 4 hours
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: Calcium antagonists and ACE inhibitors (medicines used to manage high blood pressure) Ex. amlodipine, diltiazem, captopril enalapril Beta blockers (medicines used to manage angina (chest pain) Ex. atenolol, metoprolol Medicines used to manage erectile dysfunction (impotence) (Ex. sildenafil, tadalafil) Diuretics (medicines used to manage oedema) Ex. hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of GFR XL 2.5 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage may lead to decrease in blood pressure. SYNOPSIS Drug : Prazosin Pharmacological Category : Alpha-Blockers Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension, Heart failure, Raynauds disease, Prostatic hyperplasia Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep this medicine out of reach of children Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about GFR XL 2.5 Tablet 10's.
How GFR XL 2.5 TABLET works on my body?
GFR XL 2.5 TABLET reduces the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can pass smoothly without any obstruction. It reduces the chances of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to pump blood productively. It manages Raynauds disease (painful cold fingers) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus enhance the urine passage easily.
Is GFR XL 2.5 TABLET safe to use in children?
No, GFR XL 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 12 years of age) due to lack of safety and effectiveness. Consult your doctor for suggestion before taking GFR XL 2.5 TABLET.
How to take GFR XL 2.5 TABLET?
Take GFR XL 2.5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow GFR XL 2.5 TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and state of your disease. You are advised to consume this medicine before or after food. This medicine in some cases can cause light-headedness, weakness especially when you are standing up and can occasionally cause fainting. You are advised to lie down till you feel better if you feel any of these symptoms.
Can I take GFR XL 2.5 TABLET if I have any kidney problems?
GFR XL 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution among patients having kidney problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose or choose another alternative medicine depending upon the kidney function. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Will the use of GFR XL 2.5 TABLET affect my sex life?
Yes. GFR XL 2.5 TABLET may affect the sexual life of men. It decreases the sexual desire in men and cause difficulty or inability in achieving erection of the penis. It can also cause breast enlargement in men. If you experience such problems, contact your doctor immediately.
Can I take a higher dose of GFR XL 2.5 TABLET?
No. Do not take a higher dose of GFR XL 2.5 TABLET than recommended by your doctor. Taking a higher dose of GFR XL 2.5 TABLET without consulting a doctor can increase the risk of toxicity and can lead to side effects. If the prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for a suitable higher dose. Never consume a higher dose GFR XL 2.5 TABLET without proper medical supervision.
IS GFR XL 2.5 TABLET a sleeping pill?
No, GFR XL 2.5 TABLET is not used as a sleeping pill. But at the same time, it may cause uncommon and rare side effect such as sleeping difficulties and a sleeping disorder called narcolepsy causing increased tendency to fall asleep. Consult your doctor immediately if you are experiencing any sleeping problems.
Can GFR XL 2.5 TABLET make me feel high?
No, GFR XL 2.5 TABLET does not make you addictive or cause extreme feelings. Most common psychiatric symptoms caused by this medicine are nervousness and depression. Consult your doctor immediately if you feel these symptoms bothers you.
Is GFR XL 2.5 TABLET safe to use in pregnancy?
GFR XL 2.5 TABLETshould be used with caution among pregnant women or women who are planning to become pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking it.
How long should I use GFR XL 2.5 TABLET?
You are recommended to use GFR XL 2.5 TABLET until your doctor suggests you stop the medication as per the suggested course and duration. Do not stop the medication without the instructions of the doctor as it may lead to serious problems.
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Last Updated
09 Jul 2024