Dibenzyline

Generic name: Phenoxybenzamine
Drug class: Miscellaneous cardiovascular agents

Usage of Dibenzyline

Dibenzyline is used to control blood pressure and reduce sweating in people with pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland).

Dibenzyline may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dibenzyline side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Dibenzyline and call your doctor at once if you have severe dizziness or if you feel like you might pass out.

Common side effects of Dibenzyline may include:

stuffy nose;

mild dizziness or drowsiness;

blurred vision;

trouble having an orgasm;

upset stomach; or

tired feeling.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Dibenzyline

You should not use Dibenzyline if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

coronary artery disease (hardened arteries);

a lung infection; or

kidney disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

You should not breastfeed while using Dibenzyline.

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How to use Dibenzyline

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Call your doctor if you have fast heartbeats. You may need to be treated with an additional medication.

Store Dibenzyline at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Dibenzyline

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

reserpine;

tizanidine;

epinephrine (Epi-Pen), norepinephrine; or

blood pressure medications.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Dibenzyline, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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