Alfuin 10mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Alfuin 10mg Tablet

Alfuzosin(10mg)

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alcohol
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Alfuin 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Alfuin 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Alfuin 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Alfuin 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alfuin 10mg Tablet is not indicated for women.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Alfuin 10mg Tablet

Alfuzosin(10mg)

Alfuin tablet uses

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How alfuin tablet works

Alfuin 10mg Tablet 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 of alfuin tablet

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

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Expert advice FOR Alfuin Tablet

  • 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 Alfuin 10mg Tablet

Alfuzosin

Q. Does Alfuin 10mg Tablet shrink the prostate?
No, Alfuin 10mg Tablet 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 Alfuin 10mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Alfuin 10mg Tablet 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 Alfuin 10mg Tablet?
Alfuin 10mg Tablet 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.
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Q. Does Alfuin 10mg Tablet have any effect on liver?
In very rare cases your liver may be affected and cause liver function abnormality. Inform the doctor if you already have liver disease before starting the medication. The doctor will prescribe a lower dose of Alfuin 10mg Tablet once or twice daily.
Q. Can Alfuin 10mg Tablet be taken by old or elderly people?
Yes, it can be taken by elderly or old people, but they need to be careful. Regular monitoring is required in case the patient also has high blood pressure.
Q. Can Alfuin 10mg Tablet affect my eyes?
In rare cases, Alfuin 10mg Tablet may cause abnormal vision. But, it is important to know that this medicine may cause complications during surgery, if you are to be operated for cataract. Hence, inform your doctor before surgery that you are taking Alfuin 10mg Tablet. Your doctor may perform surgery differently and complications can be prevented.
Q. Can the use of sildenafil or vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Alfuin 10mg Tablet?
Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Alfuin 10mg Tablet. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. Inform your doctor if you are taking these medicines.
Q. What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Alfuin 10mg Tablet?
Alfuin 10mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure especially when you suddenly stand up after lying down. You may feel dizzy or fainting and therefore you should get up slowly from bed or chair. This medicine may impair your reactions. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)