Hytrin 2 Tablet
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Product introduction
Hytrin 2 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called alpha-blocker. It is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It may also be used to treat mild enlargement of the prostate gland in men (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
Hytrin 2 Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Follow the advice of your doctor on what is right for you. You need to use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it so keep taking it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms. If you stop taking it, your blood pressure may rise and put you at risk of heart attack or stroke. You may need to take it for the rest of your life.
The most common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, and unusual beating of the heart (palpitations). Most side effects disappear when you get used to the medicine. If they bother you or won’t go away, talk to your doctor. To lower the chance of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause your blood pressure to go too low. Some side effects may be serious and need urgent medical attention. Your doctor may be able to help with ways of preventing or reducing side effects.
If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using this medicine. Also talk to your doctor before taking it if have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease and if you are having eye surgery for a cataract. Your blood pressure will need to be checked regularly while using this medicine.
Uses of Hytrin Tablet
Side effects of Hytrin Tablet
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 Hytrin
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Low energy
- Weakness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
How to use Hytrin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hytrin 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Hytrin Tablet works
Hytrin 2 Tablet is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It also relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate, which makes it easier to urinate
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hytrin 2 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hytrin 2 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hytrin 2 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Hytrin 2 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hytrin 2 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Hytrin 2 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Hytrin 2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hytrin 2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Hytrin 2 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Hytrin 2 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Hytrin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Hytrin 2 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Hytrin 2 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Hytrin 2 Tablet as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor that you are taking Hytrin 2 Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
- It may also be used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinazoline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Selective Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Antagonists
Interaction with drugs
Taking Hytrin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause a significant fall in blood pressure when standing up suddenly from a sitting position.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treat
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, cold o
Concurrent use may increase the risk of a sudden drop in blood pressure and temporary loss of consciousness.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you n
Concurrent use may cause a significant fall in blood pressure when standing up suddenly from a sitting position.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treat
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.
watch out for symptoms such as blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting and consult your doc
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Hytrin 2 Tablet
Once A Day
89%
Twice A Day
10%
Alternate Day
1%
Thrice A week
1%
What are you using Hytrin Tablet for?
Benign prosta*
70%
Others
20%
Hypertension *
10%
*Benign prostatic hyperplasia, Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
56%
Average
44%
What were the side-effects while using Hytrin 2 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Hytrin Tablet?
With food
50%
With or witho*
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Hytrin 2 Tablet on price
Average
67%
Not Expensive
33%
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Expires on or after: November, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Hytrin 2 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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