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Description
Phenoxybenzamine is classified as an antihypertensive.
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How to use
Take dibenzyline exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
skin rash/itching or hives/swelling of the face/lips/tongue(allergic reactions)
nausea/vomiting
nasal stuffiness
men - sexual difficulties
irregular heartbeat
heart palpitations
feeling unusually weak/tired
feeling of light-headedness
feeling faint
fast heartbeat
dizziness/drowsiness
confusion
chest pain
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
reserpine
medication(s) for breathing difficulties
like sildenafil/tadalafil/vardenafil (erectile dysfunction medication)
high blood pressure medicine
epinephrine
cold medication
alfuzosin/doxazosin/phentolamine/prazosin/tamsulosin/terazosin (other alpha-blockers)
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.
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Uses
Phenoxybenzamine is used in the treatment of treat high blood pressure due to a disease called pheochromocytoma.
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Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C / 59-86 degrees F, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
stroke
heart failure / heart problems
blood circulation disease
kidney disease
shock
Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.
Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.