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Geripod 8 mg Capsule

Manufactured byALEMBIC LTD
ContainsSilodosin
₹315.8
10 CAPSULES ( 10 / STRIP )

Description

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is a medicine used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. It is a condition that causes enlargement of the prostate gland leading to urinary problems like difficulty in urination, increased frequency, weak urine stream, etc. This medicine works by relaxing the muscles in your urinary bladder, urethra, and prostate. Thus, it relieves the symptoms of BPH. Geripod 8 mg Capsule has certain side effects such as headache, dizziness, diarrhoea, stuffy nose, abnormal ejaculation, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects remain for a long time or become severe. Geripod 8 mg Capsule should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on the severity of your condition. Take this medicine with food to avoid the risk of side effects. For the ease of remembering and better results, take it at the same time every day. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without your doctor's suggestion as your symptoms may reappear. Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe liver and/or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure or undergoing cataract surgery (an eye surgery to replace the lens in the eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision). Inform your doctor about your current medications, including herbal supplements, as they may interact with Geripod 8 mg Capsule and cause undesired effects.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Geripod 8 mg Capsule

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Geripod 8 mg Capsule

Chills

Dizziness

Confusion

Headache

Diarrhea

Stuffy nose

Sore throat

Low blood pressure

Abnormal ejaculation

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Uses of Geripod 8 mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition that causes enlargement of the prostate gland (a small gland in men that secretes fluid to nourish and transport the sperm). As the prostate surrounds the urethra (a tube that carries urine out of your body), an increase in the size of the prostate may lead to symptoms such as difficulty in urination, weak urinary stream, frequent urination, loss of bladder control, etc. Geripod 8 mg Capsule is used to treat the symptoms associated with BPH.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for Geripod 8 mg Capsule to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Geripod 8 mg Capsule remains active in your body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consumption of alcohol along with Geripod 8 mg Capsule as it may lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, lightheadedness, etc.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Geripod 8 mg Capsule.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not intended for use in women.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not intended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid taking Geripod 8 mg Capsule if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe kidney impairment

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is removed from your body by the kidneys via urine. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems. It may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in your body and increases the risk of side effects.

Severe liver impairment

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is broken down in your liver. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems as it may cause further liver damage.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not intended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not intended for use in women.

General warnings

Use in women

Geripod 8 mg Capsule is not intended for use in women.

Cataract surgery

Cataract surgery is an eye surgery performed to replace the lens in your eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision. Geripod 8 mg Capsule may lead to complications during cataract surgery. Hence, if you are taking this medicine, inform your doctor before undergoing surgery.

Low blood pressure

Geripod 8 mg Capsule may cause dilation of your blood vessels and lead to a decrease in blood pressure. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if have low blood pressure.

Other medicines

Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines as they may interact with Geripod 8 mg Capsule and cause undesired effects.

Driving or operating machines

Geripod 8 mg Capsule may cause a decrease in blood pressure leading to symptoms like dizziness. Avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Geripod 8 mg Capsule. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Geripod 8 mg Capsule. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol along with Geripod 8 mg Capsule as it may lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, lightheadedness, etc.

Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Alprazolam

Nefazodone

Clotrimazole

Baclofen

Chlordiazepoxide

Canagliflozin

Conivaptan

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Geripod 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution if you have mild to moderate kidney problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your kidney function and recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Liver Disease

Geripod 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution if you have mild to moderate liver problems as this medicine may cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your liver function while taking this medicine.

Prostate cancer

Cancer of the prostate gland has similar symptoms to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Hence, it is important to know if you have prostate cancer before starting the treatment, or else it may deteriorate your condition. Hence, your doctor may suggest tests to rule out the presence of prostate cancer first before initiating the treatment with this medicine.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Geripod 8 mg Capsule with food or as directed by your doctor. Do not break, chew or crush the capsule. Take this medicine for the recommended duration. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse. This medicine may cause a decrease in blood pressure and you may feel dizzy, especially at the beginning of the treatment. Hence, take Geripod 8 mg Capsule at bedtime so that your body can adjust to the medicine.

Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Geripod 8 mg Capsule works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder neck, urethra, and prostate. Thus, it relieves the symptoms of BPH.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Alpha-blockers, Genitourinary tract agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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₹315.8 
10 CAPSULES ( 10 / STRIP )