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ALFUZOSIN-10MG
ORAL
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Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

M-17, Pharma Tower, Basement & Ground Floor, Badli Industrial Area, New Delhi 110 042
Other Info - ALF0208

FAQs

Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and making it easier to pass urine.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Orthostatic hypotension, also known as postural hypotension, could be a side-effect of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s. Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
Talk to your doctor before taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s with anti-fungal medicines such as ketoconazole and itraconazole, and antiretroviral medicines such as ritonavir as they might increase the blood levels of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s.
Prostatic carcinoma is the cancer of the prostate gland, whereas benign prostatic hyperplasia is the non-cancerous growth of the prostate. Prostatic carcinoma and benign prostatic hyperplasia may have the same symptoms. Therefore, people with benign prostatic hyperplasia should be examined prior to starting the treatment with Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s to rule out the presence of carcinoma of the prostate.
If you are due to have or are undergoing cataract surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s. This will help the doctor to manage the complications in advance, which could occur during the surgery.
Consult your doctor before taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s with nitrates. Taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain, such as nitrates (nitroglycerin, glyceryl trinitrate) may cause severe lowering of blood pressure.

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

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Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s belongs to pregnancy category B. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s, especially pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

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Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s.

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Driving

Caution

Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s should not be used if you have moderate to severe liver impairment. The safety of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s in patients with mild hepatic impairment has not been established. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established.

About Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s

Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy. Benign prostatic hyperplasia occurs due to non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland due to the multiplication of the cells. Benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia mostly occurs in older men.
 
Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s contains ‘Alfuzosin’ that works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.
 
You are advised to take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and dry mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s may cause dizziness or weakness. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s to rule out any side-effects.

Uses of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate)

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Medicinal Benefits

Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) in men. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia such as painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, incomplete urination, leakage of urine, dribbling at the end of the urinary stream, and urgency in urination.

Directions for Use

Take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s with food. Swallow Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s as a whole with water; do not chew, break it.

Side Effects of Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking any other alpha-blockers; if you have postural hypotension or severe liver problems. Inform your doctor if you have angina, urinary tract infections or crystals in the formed water, high blood pressure, circulatory problems, heart problems; if you are due to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia; if you are older than 65years or if you get painful erections before or during the treatment that will not go away. Talk to your doctor before taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s if you are undergoing eye surgery. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s can cause dizziness or weakness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AlfuzosinDronedarone
Critical
AlfuzosinIdelalisib
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TADALAFIL
  • SILDENAFIL
  • METOPROLOL
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR
  • GLYCERYL TRINITRATE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • NEFAZODONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised while taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s, especially at the beginning of the treatment.
  • If you are due to have any surgery that requires a general anaesthetic, inform your doctor that you are taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Alfunol-10mg Tablet 10s 24hours prior to the surgery to prevent lowering of blood pressure.

 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Urinate as soon as you feel the urge.
  • Avoid excess caffeine and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Practice kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic muscles.
  • Reduce stress levels by doing yoga or meditation. Nervousness can increase the frequency of urination.

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