Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.If you miss your doses for several days in a row, contact your doctor before restarting the medication. You may need a lower dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line.Overdose symptoms may include extreme dizziness or fainting.
What should I avoid while taking Generic Cardura (Doxazosin)?
Generic Cardura (Doxazosin) may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.To prevent dizziness, avoid standing for long periods of time or becoming overheated during exercise and in hot weather.Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of Generic Cardura (Doxazosin).
Side effects of Generic Cardura (Doxazosin)
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Generic Cardura (Doxazosin): hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:feeling like you might pass out;fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest;trouble breathing;swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; orpenis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.
Less serious Generic Cardura (Doxazosin) side effects may include:
mild dizziness;tired feeling, drowsiness;headache;nausea; orrunny nose.This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
What other drugs will affect Generic Cardura (Doxazosin)?
Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially:sildenafil (Viagra, Revatio)tadalafil (Cialis);vardenafil (Levitra); orother blood pressure medications, including diuretics (water pills).This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Generic Cardura (Doxazosin). Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
