Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It is best taken with food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relax the muscles of the bladder and prostate gland thereby relieving pain and irritation. It also helps to control the urge to urinate.
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It is best taken with food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, constipation, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), ejaculation disorder. If you experienced any of these side effects that do not go away or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Let your doctor also know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys.
03Uses
Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Tamsulosin and Tolterodine which relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker while Tolterodine is an antimuscarinic. They work by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition in men in which the prostate glands becomes enlarged. Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule is used for the treatment of difficulties associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia such as difficulty in passing urine, strong urge to urination and frequent urination during night as well as day. It relieves these problems by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ejaculation disorder
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dryness in mouth
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of prostate.
Take it with food, preferably at the same times each day.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your eye doctor about the usage of Bapter 0.4 mg/4 mg Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure.
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