In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Alfunol 10mg Tablet works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So, it can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. However, it may take up to 6 months to notice the full benefit. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alfunol 10mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alfunol 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfunol 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.Alfunol 10mg Tablet is not indicated for women. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfunol 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Alfunol 10mg Tablet is not indicated for women. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alfunol 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Alfunol 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : UNSAFE
Alfunol 10mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of Alfunol 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Does Alfunol 10mg Tablet shrink the prostate?::: No, Alfunol 10mg Tablet does not shrink the size of the prostate. It belongs to the alpha-blocker class of medicines. It works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate to allow urine to flow more easily. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate.| Can Alfunol 10mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?::: No, Alfunol 10mg Tablet does not cause erectile dysfunction. On the contrary, it may help in improving such a condition. However, this medicine may cause a painful erection (priapism) that does not go away. If priapism is not treated, you may not be able to get an erection in the future.| When should I take Alfunol 10mg Tablet?::: Alfunol 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.| Does Alfunol 10mg Tablet have any effect on the liver?::: In very rare cases, your liver may be affected, causing liver function abnormalities. Inform the doctor if you already have liver disease before starting the medication. The doctor will prescribe a lower dose of Alfunol 10mg Tablet once or twice daily.| Can Alfunol 10mg Tablet be taken by old or elderly people?::: Yes, it can be taken by the elderly or old people, but they need to be careful. Regular monitoring is required in case the patient also has high blood pressure.| Can Alfunol 10mg Tablet affect my eyes?::: In rare cases, Alfunol 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 on for a cataract. Hence, inform your doctor before surgery that you are taking Alfunol 10mg Tablet. Your doctor may perform surgery differently, and complications can be prevented.| Can the use of sildenafil or vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Alfunol 10mg Tablet?::: Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Alfunol 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.| What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Alfunol 10mg Tablet?::: Alfunol 10mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure, especially when you suddenly stand up after lying down. You may feel dizzy or faint, and therefore you should get up slowly from bed or a chair. This medicine may impair your reactions. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Alfunol 10mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
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