Product Introduction
Geripod 4 mg Capsule is an alpha-1 blocker that helps in relieving the symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate gland (BPH), such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, or feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
Uses
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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
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Urinary hesitancy and urgency
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Incomplete bladder emptying
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Nocturia (frequent nighttime urination)
Benefits
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Relieves urinary obstruction symptoms
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Improves urine flow rate
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Reduces urgency and frequency
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Enhances quality of life in men with BPH
Composition (per capsule)
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Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (Modified Release) – 0.4 mg
“Geripod 4″ refers to 0.4 mg Tamsulosin, despite the “4 mg” naming convention.
Side Effects
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Dizziness or light-headedness
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Ejaculation problems
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Headache
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Weakness
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Nasal congestion
Caution: May cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when standing.
Safety Advice
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Take at bedtime to reduce dizziness
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Not meant for women or children
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Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you
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Inform your eye surgeon before cataract surgery (can cause floppy iris syndrome)
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Use cautiously in patients with low blood pressure
Usage Instructions:
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Take 1 capsule daily after the same meal each day
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Swallow whole; do not crush or chew
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Continue taking even if symptoms improve—this is a long-term treatment
Note: It does not reduce prostate size but relieves urinary symptoms effectively.
