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. Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines that reduces the size of your prostate by blocking the production of a hormone which causes it to grow. Additionally, it relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate. Together they 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 benefits. 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. Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : CAUTION
Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Use of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER, 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 Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER shrink the prostate?::: No, Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER does not shrink the size of the prostate. It belongs to the alpha-blocker class of medicines. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate. It works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate to allow urine to flow more easily. | Can Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER cause erectile dysfunction?::: No, Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER does not cause erectile dysfunction. On the contrary, it may help in improving any 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.| When should I take Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER?::: Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER 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 Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER have any effect on the liver?::: In very rare cases your liver may be affected and cause liver function abnormality. Hence, it would best to inform the doctor if you already have liver disease before starting the medication. The doctor will prescribe a lower dose of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER once or twice daily.| Can Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER 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. Consult your doctor before taking Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER.| Can Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER affect my eyes?::: In rare cases, Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER 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 Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER. Your doctor may perform surgery differently to prevent any complications.| Can the use of Sildenafil or Vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER?::: Extreme care should be taken if you are taking Sildenafil or Vardenafil along with Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking these medicines.| What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER?::: Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER 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 to certain conditions. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines: Alfuzosin and Dutasteride, which relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Alfuzosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so as to allow easy passage of urine. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which helps in shrinking the prostate gland by decreasing the level of the hormone which helps the prostate gland grow.