D Ride Tablet
Product introduction
D Ride Tablet is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It shrinks the size of the enlarged prostate gland to relieve symptoms like pain and difficulty in passing urine.
D Ride Tablet should be taken by mouth with or without food. This medicine is given for a long time and takes a few months to show its effects. Thus, it is important to take it as advised by the doctor and complete the full course of treatment.
Common side effects of D Ride Tablet include low sexual drive, ejaculation disorder, breast enlargement, and breast tenderness. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor for guidance.
It is advised not to donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of D Ride Tablet. Let your doctor know if you have any other preexisting medical conditions before using this medicine. Let your doctor also know if you have a history of allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in this medicine. D Ride Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Uses of D Ride Tablet
Benefits of D Ride Tablet
In Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, common in older men. It can press on the urethra and cause problems like frequent urination, difficulty starting or stopping urine flow, and a weak stream. D Ride Tablet helps shrink the enlarged prostate over time, easing these urinary symptoms and reducing the need for surgery. It can also lower the risk of urinary retention, offering long-term relief and improved quality of life.
Side effects of D Ride Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of D Ride
- Breast tenderness in male
- Impotence
- Decreased libido
- Ejaculation disorder
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use D Ride Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. D Ride Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How D Ride Tablet works
D Ride Tablet is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks an enzyme that is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes the prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with D Ride Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
D Ride Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
D Ride Tablet is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.
D Ride Tablet is contraindicated in women. Partners should use protection during intercourse.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
D Ride Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
D Ride Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
D Ride Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
D Ride Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
D Ride Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of D Ride Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
D Ride Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of D Ride Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of D Ride Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of D Ride Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take D Ride Tablet?
If you miss a dose of D Ride Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- D Ride Tablet may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of D Ride Tablet. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
- D Ride Tablet is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects, such as low sexual drive.
- Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of D Ride Tablet.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgen Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking D Ride with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Watch out for symptoms such as reduced sexual drive, dizziness, blisters or mood changes and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the doses as pe
Watch out for symptoms such as reduced sexual drive, dizziness, blisters or mood changes and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the doses as pe
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is D Ride Tablet used for?
D Ride Tablet is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in men. It helps improve urination, reduces the risk of urinary blockage, and may lower the chance of needing prostate surgery.
What are the most serious side effects of D Ride Tablet?
Some rare but serious side effects of D Ride Tablet include high-grade prostate cancer, allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing trouble), breast changes (lumps, pain, enlargement), and sexual problems like erectile dysfunction or low sex drive. If you notice any of these, contact your doctor.
Can D Ride Tablet affect fertility or semen quality?
Yes. D Ride Tablet can reduce sperm count, semen volume, and sperm movement. These effects may lower fertility, but they usually improve after stopping the D Ride Tablet treatment.
Can D Ride Tablet affect PSA test results for prostate cancer?
Yes. D Ride Tablet lowers PSA levels by about 50 percent, which could hide early signs of prostate cancer. Tell your doctor you are taking D Ride Tablet before doing a PSA test.
Can I donate blood while on D Ride Tablet?
No. You should not donate blood until at least 6 months after your last D Ride Tablet dose. This helps prevent the drug from being passed, including to pregnant women, through transfusion.
Is D Ride Tablet used to prevent prostate cancer?
No, D Ride Tablet is not approved for preventing prostate cancer, and it may slightly increase the risk of a more aggressive type of prostate cancer in some men.
How long does D Ride Tablet take to work?
The exact time D Ride Tablet takes to show results is not known. However, it may take 3 to 6 months to see noticeable improvement in symptoms, as the prostate shrinks gradually over time.
Can D Ride Tablet be taken with other medications?
Yes, it’s often combined with tamsulosin for better symptom relief. However, always check with your doctor before mixing medications.
Do I have to take D Ride Tablet forever?
You may need to take D Ride Tablet long-term to keep symptoms under control. Stopping the medication on your own could allow your prostate to grow again. Your doctor will guide you on how long to take it.
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