Doxacard 4 mg Tablet 10's

Doxacard 4 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called alpha-blockers used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Hypertension is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it causes health problems, such as heart disease. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition in men that causes enlargement of the prostate gland.

Doxacard 4 mg Tablet contains Doxazosin which works by blocking alpha receptors on the muscle in the walls of the blood vessel. Thereby, it relaxes and widens blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. This helps to lower blood pressure. 

Take Doxacard 4 mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Doxacard 4 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Sometimes, Doxacard 4 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, weakness, headache, cough, back pain, stomach pain, dry mouth, heartburn or indigestion. Most of these side effects of Doxacard 4 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Doxazosin, prazosin, terazosin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Doxacard 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Doxacard 4 mg Tablet . Doxacard 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers unless advised by a doctor. Drive only if you are alert after taking Doxacard 4 mg Tablet , as it may cause weakness or dizziness. If you are about to undergo cataract eye surgery, inform your eye specialist that you are taking or have previously used Doxacard 4 mg Tablet . 

Doxacard 4 mg Tablet contains Doxazosin used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by blocking alpha receptors on the muscle in the walls of the blood vessels. Thereby, it relaxes and widens blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. This helps to lower blood pressure. Also, it relaxes muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland. Thus, it helps to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate) by making it easier to pass urine and empty the bladder.

• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Headache
• Cough
• Back pain
• Stomach pain
• Dry mouth
• Heartburn
• Indigestion

If you are allergic to Doxazosin, prazosin, terazosin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Doxacard 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Doxacard 4 mg Tablet . Doxacard 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers unless advised by a doctor. Drive only if you are alert after taking Doxacard 4 mg Tablet as it may cause weakness or dizziness. If you are about to undergo cataract eye surgery, inform your eye specialist that you are taking or have previously used Doxacard 4 mg Tablet as it may cause complications during the surgery. Doxacard 4 mg Tablet may cause persistent painful erections very rarely. However, if this happens, contact a doctor immediately.

• Maintain a low-salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
• Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
• Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress triggers and make time for yourself to relax and do activities that you enjoy.
• Maintain a diet that is rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil, which may help in lowering high blood pressure.
• Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.