Phenoxybenzamine
Description
Phenoxybenzamine is used for the lowering of high blood pressure and reduce sweating due to adrenal gland tumor (Pheochromocytoma). This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Phenoxybenzamine
- Dizziness
- Fast heartbeat
- Stuffy nose
- Pinpoint pupils
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Lack of energy
- Confusion
- Dryness of mouth
- Unusual tiredness and weakness
Uses of Phenoxybenzamine
What is it prescribed for?
- Pheochromocytoma
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Phenoxybenzamine or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Use in elderly population
This medicine should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Fall in blood pressure
This medicine may cause a sudden fall in blood pressure, especially after the first administration. Therefore this medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with severe heart diseases, kidney damage, or cerebrovascular disease due to the risk of low blood pressure. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Respiratory infections
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from respiratory infections due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor 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
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Phenobarbital
Alprazolam
Tizanidine
Codeine
Diphenhydramine
Disease interactions
Cardiovascular Dysfunction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with conditions such as cerebrovascular or coronary insufficiency, where a decrease in blood pressure may be undesirable. An alternative treatment option should be considered in such patients based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by relaxing and widening of blood vessels, so that blood can flow more easily; which helps to lower blood pressure.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Miscellaneous cardiovascular agents, Alpha-blockers
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Apr 2019
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