Mentioning side effects of hytrin does not mean that they will occur for sure. They are cited just for knowledge because fallouts are associated with every medicine. Hytrin side effects vary from mild to severe both. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be linked with this medicine.
Most common side effects of hytrin are: difficulty in breathing, dizziness, headache, heart palpitations, light-headedness upon standing, nausea, pain in the arms and legs, sleepiness, stuffy nose, swollen wrists and ankles, weakness, etc. Do not worry on their occurrence as they last for some time only and disappear on their own. You just keep taking the drug on regular schedule. But if these symptoms remain for long time then see your doctor.
On the other hand, serious side effects of Hytrin are: anxiety, back pain, blurred vision, bronchitis, conjunctivitis (inflamed eyes), constipation, decreased sex drive, depression, diarrhea, dimmed vision, dry mouth, swelling of face, fainting, fever, flu or cold symptoms (cough, sore throat, runny nose), fluid retention, frequent urination, gas, gout, impotence, inability to hold urine, increased heart rate, indigestion, inflamed sinuses, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, itching, joint pain and inflammation, low blood pressure, muscle aches, nasal inflammation, nervousness, nosebleed, numbness or tingling, painful lasting erection, pain in the abdomen, chest, neck, or shoulder, rash, ringing in the ears, severe allergic reaction, sweating, urinary tract infection, vertigo, vision changes, vomiting, weight gain and so on.
The side effects listed above is not a complete list. For more info on Hytrin side effects consult your doctor or pharmacist.