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Naftopidil - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Naftopidil

Generic Name : Naftopidil
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Naftopidil are provided here.

Pronunciation : Naf-top-i-dil

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Naftopidil, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Therapeutic Classification : BPH Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Naftopidil

India :

Overview of Naftopidil

• Naftopidil is a selective α1-adrenergic receptor antagonist or alpha blocker used to treat benign hyperplasia of prostate with, lower urinary tract symptoms.

Why is Naftopidil Prescribed? (Indications)

Naftopidil is a selective α1-adrenergic receptor antagonist or alpha blocker.
Naftopidil is prescribed in Japan for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and benign prostatic obstruction, associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), hypertension, cardiac valve disease, and distal ureteral stones.

Further large-scale, randomized, placebo-controlled studies need to be done to see if the naftopidil efficacy and safety data that is applicable to Japanese can be extended to white, black and Hispanic men having LUTS/BPH in western countries.

When should Naftopidil not be taken? (Contraindications)

• Naftopidil is contraindicated in patients with allergies to the drug.

What is the dosage of Naftopidil?

• The recommended dose for the drug is 50 to 75 mg per day for 4 weeks.

How should Naftopidil be taken?

• Naftopidil tablets should be taken in three divided doses by mouth.

What are the warnings and precautions for Naftopidil?

• Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing, have salt imbalance or orthostatic hypotension before taking the medication

What are the side effects of Naftopidil?

• The side effects are very few and usually mild with dizziness and low blood pressure.

What are the other precautions for Naftopidil?

• Caution should be taken in patients with diabetes.

What are the Drug Interactions of Naftopidil?

• Naftopidil may interact with indapamide and its analogs

What are the storage conditions for Naftopidil?

• Naftopidil should be stored at room temperature
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