Drug Uses
Cardura is an alpha blocker that used in the treatment of high blood pressure and congestive heart failure along with other drugs like diuretics.
How it is taken
Cardura can be taken by mouth with or without food. The best way to use the drug is as recommended by your doctor.
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Cardura, then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
The most likely symptom of a Cardura overdose is low blood pressure and related symptoms like severe headache and drowsiness. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.
Discuss with your doctor about any prior medical condition that you may have including allergies to medicines, food or other substances, allergic to any ingredient in Cardura, if you have prostate cancer, low blood pressure, kidney problems, or liver disorders.
Cardura may cause drowsiness. These effects get aggravated if you take it with alcohol or certain other medications (sleep aids, muscle relaxers). So, do not drive or perform other potentially hazardous tasks until you know how your body reacts to the drug.
If you are pregnant or suspect that you are, then stop using Cardura and contact your doctor immediately.
It is unknown whether Cardura is secreted in breast milk. Avoid breast feeding while using the drug.
Certain drugs can interact with Cardura and hence, mention clearly to your doctor or pharmacist all medicines, dietary supplements and herbal prescriptions that you are taking.
Cardura should not be used in children as the safety and effectiveness of the drug have not been confirmed yet.
In rare cases, men are known to suffer from priapism (a painful erection that refuses to subside even after sexual intercourse or masturbation). Please consult a doctor immediately if this occurs.
Periodic lab tests including blood pressure may be recommended to monitor your health while taking the drug. Ensure that you do not miss any lab tests.
Some of the common side effects of are ack pain, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, feeling of a whirling motion, flu–like symptoms, headache, indigestion, lightheadedness, nasal congestion, nausea, pain, stomach pain, swelling, tiredness. Please contact your doctor if the symptoms persist or become bothersome.
Other severe side effects include allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue), blurred vision, chest pain, fainting, painful and prolonged penile erection, pounding in the chest, puffiness in hands or feet, swelling of eyelids.
You must seek medical attention immediately if any of these side effects occur.
