Uses of Rapiflo 8

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Side effects of Rapiflo 8

Retrograde ejaculation
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dizziness
Headache
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Diarrhea

How to use Rapiflo 8

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rapiflo 8 is to be taken with food.

How Rapiflo 8 works

Rapiflo 8 is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.

What if you forget to take Rapiflo 8?

If you miss a dose of Rapiflo 8, 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.

Quick Tips

Rapiflo 8 helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Rapiflo 8 must be taken with food.
You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
Rapiflo 8 may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Rapiflo 8.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Rapiflo 8 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Rapiflo 8 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Rapiflo 8 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Driving: Rapiflo 8 may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Rapiflo 8 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rapiflo 8 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Rapiflo 8 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Rapiflo 8 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rapiflo 8 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nLimited information is available on the use of Rapiflo 8 in these patients.