Side effect(s) of Naftopidil

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Naftopidil as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

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

Other Precautions :

• Caution should be taken in patients with diabetes.

Drug Name : Naftopidil

Naftopidil generic 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.