Q) How does GERIFLO D TABLET SR work? A) GERIFLO D TABLET SR is a combination of two drugs: Tamsulosin (Alpha-blocker) and Dutasteride (5-alpha reductase inhibitor). Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles in the prostate gland thereby improves the symptoms and makes it easier to pass urine. Dutasteride works by lowering the production of dihydrotestosterone (hormone) which shrinks the prostate and relieves the symptoms. It also reduces the risk of acute urinary retention and the need for surgery.
Q) What is benign prostatic hyperplasia? A) Benign prostatic hyperplasia is an enlarged prostate - a noncancerous growth of the prostate gland due to too much production of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone. As the prostate grows, it can cause the urine flow to be less forceful and slower. It causes difficulty in passing urine and the need to go to the toilet frequently. There is a risk of acute urinary retention (completely blocked urine flow) if not treated. Immediate medical treatment is required. Surgery is also necessary sometimes to reduce the size of the prostate gland or to remove it.
Q) Does GERIFLO D TABLET SR affect blood tests? A) Yes, GERIFLO D TABLET SR affects blood test for Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA). PSA test is used to detect prostate cancer. Inform the person doing the blood test that you are taking GERIFLO D TABLET SR. You are advised to regularly get your PSA test done while taking GERIFLO D TABLET SR.
Q) Does GERIFLO D TABLET SR affect sperm count? A) Yes, GERIFLO D TABLET SR is known to lower sperm count, sperm movement and semen volume. This might lead to reduced male fertility. You are advised to use a condom during sexual intercourse as GERIFLO D TABLET SR has been found in the semen of men taking it.
Q) Does GERIFLO D TABLET SR cause orthostatic hypotension? A) Yes, orthostatic hypotension could occur as a side-effect of GERIFLO D TABLET SR. GERIFLO D TABLET SR may make you feel dizzy on standing up, especially when getting up from a sitting or lying position. This is referred to as orthostatic hypotension. Do not stand up suddenly and rise slowly from a lying position. Please consult your doctor if you feel the effects for prolonged time.
