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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Afdura Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
Take it immediately after the same meal each day. This will help to improve the efficacy of this medicine.
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Take it immediately after the same meal each day. This will help to improve the efficacy of this medicine.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Afdura Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Afdura Tablet ER during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Afdura Tablet ER during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Afdura
Alfuzosin(10mg)
Uses
Alfuzosin is used to treat problems with urination in men with enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
.How it works
Alfuzosin is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
Common side effects
Upper respiratory tract infection, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Impotence, Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Fainting, Vertigo, General discomfort, Drowsiness, Abnormal vision, Tachycardia, Palpitations, Priapism, Red spots or bumps, Liver injury, Cholestatic liver disease
Dutasteride(0.5mg)
Uses
Dutasteride is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How it works
Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. It blocks an enzyme which 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 the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.
Common side effects
Impotence, Decreased libido, Ejaculation disorder, Breast enlargement in male, Breast tenderness in male, Hypersensitivity, Edema (swelling), Increased luteinizing hormone, Increased testosterone levels, Inflammation of the nose, Prostate cancer, Testicular pain, Blood in semen, Male infertility, Depression, Anxiety, Male breast cancer, Drug eruptions, Increased liver enzymes
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Expert advice FOR Afdura
- Alfuzosin helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
- Alfuzosin must be taken with food.
- You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
- Alfuzosin may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Alfuzosin.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Frequently asked questions FOR Afdura
Alfuzosin
Q. Does Alfuzosin shrink the prostate?
No, Alfuzosin does not shrink the size of the prostate. It belongs to alpha-blocker class of medicines. It works by relaxing muscles of bladder and prostate to allow urine to flow more easily. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate.
Q. Can Alfuzosin cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Alfuzosin does not cause erectile dysfunction. On the contrary, it may help in improving such condition. However, this medicine may cause painful erection (priapism) which does not go away. If priapism is not treated you may not be able to get an erection in the future.
Q. When should I take Alfuzosin?
Alfuzosin should be taken after meals at the same time each day. Do not cut, crush, or chew the medicine, but swallow it whole with water.
Dutasteride
Q. How long does it take for Dutasteride to work?
Dutasteride starts working within a few days of taking this medicine, and you may notice a constant improvement in your symptoms. However, for some patients, this medicine may take around 3-6 months to work. You should keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.