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Should I stop taking my daily blood pressure medicine, Aten D, now that I am starting Silodosin for my prostate, and can taking a Vitamin B supplement like Becosule help reduce the side effects of Silodosin?

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Should I stop taking my daily blood pressure medicine, Aten D, now that I am starting Silodosin for my prostate, and can taking a Vitamin B supplement like Becosule help reduce the side effects of Silodosin?

Asked by Male, 65 · 9 days ago

Vikas Singh

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9 days ago

Do not stop taking your blood pressure medication, Aten D (atenolol/chlorthalidone), without consulting your doctor. Both Aten D and silodosin can lower your blood pressure, so taking them together requires careful monitoring by your physician to prevent dizziness. Regarding Becosule (vitamin B), while it is excellent for overall nerve health, there is no clinical evidence that it reduces the specific side effects of silodosin, such as dizziness or retrograde ejaculation. Please discuss these medications with your doctor to ensure a safe, coordinated treatment plan.

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Should I stop taking my daily blood pressure medicine, Aten D, now that I am starting Silodosin for my prostate, and can taking a Vitamin B supplement like Becosule help reduce the side effects of Silodosin? | Apollo Pharmacy