Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate.

Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at the same time each day. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are retrograde ejaculation, dizziness, diarrhea, orthostatic hypotension, headache, nasopharyngitis, and nasal congestion. If any of the side effects persist or bother you, you must consult the doctor without delay.

Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate as soon as you feel the urge, however, never strain or push to empty your bladder. You should avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic drinks at night and a few hours before going to bed or going out.

Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you have to undergo eye surgery due to cataracts or glaucoma then inform your eye doctor about the usage of this medicine. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription, and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.

Uses of Alphacept M Kit

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of Alphacept M Kit

In Benign prostatic hyperplasia

When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and the need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So, it can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. It also helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that cause frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control passing of urine. It also relieves painful, or frequent urination and reduces urgency to urinate. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.

Side effects of Alphacept M Kit

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

Common side effects of Alphacept M

Retrograde ejaculation
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Headache
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

How to use Alphacept M Kit

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Alphacept M Kit works

Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit is a combination of mirabegron and silodosin. Mirabegron relaxes the bladder muscles to prevent urgent, frequent, or uncontrolled urination. Silodosin relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Alphacept M Kit?

If you miss a dose of Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit

₹288.0/Kit

Silodal M 50 Combikit

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹333/kit

16% costlier

Rapilif-M 50 Kit

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

₹285/kit

1% cheaper

Rapilif-M 50 Kit

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

₹282/kit

2% cheaper

Silotime-M 50 Kit

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹533/kit

85% costlier

Silotrif M 50mg/8mg Kit

MSN Laboratories

₹536/kit

86% costlier

Quick tips

Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit may raise your blood pressure. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
Avoid drinking too much water before going to bed as it will increase your urge to go to the toilet and thus disturb your sleep.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress and review your treatment.
Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit may raise your blood pressure. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
Avoid drinking too much water before going to bed as it will increase your urge to go to the toilet and thus disturb your sleep.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress and review your treatment.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Patient concerns

What is hyperplasia nd wht a treatment

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

Mr. PATIENT is not a medical condition, it's just a histological term mentioned in pathology reports

Sir please advice PSA very rise

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

It's benign enlargement of prostate

FAQs

Does Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit lower blood pressure?

Yes, this medicine may cause a drop in the blood pressure. This most commonly occurs while taking the first dose of this medicine. Hence, you should be cautious while driving, operating any machinery, or doing any important work during the initial days of the treatment. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication.

Can I take sildenafil while taking Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit?

You must consult your doctor before you start taking these medications. Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit can sometimes cause low blood pressure and fainting. Taking sildenafil along with Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit can further deteriorate the condition. It could also lead to increased chances of a drop in blood pressure in a few sensitive patients. As a result, there could be an increase in the chances of fainting which could be dangerous.

Can I stop taking Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit if I start feeling better?

No, do not stop taking Alphacept M 50mg/8mg Kit even if you start feeling better. This medicine does not cure prostatic hyperplasia but relieves the symptoms like painful, frequent urination and reduces the urgency to urinate. Stopping the treatment may result in the recurrence of prostatic hyperplasia symptoms.

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