Manufacturer: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition : Alfuzosin(10mg)
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken with food, but take at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Alfuzosin has a serum half-life of five hours after oral administration. Alfuzosin has a linear pharmacokinetic profile over the dosing range of 1 to 5 mg, with no change in half-life despite an increase in the dose. The volume of distribution of alfuzosin is 2.5 L/kg, and 90% of each dose is protein bound.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alfoo
Upper respiratory tract infection
Dizziness
Headache
Tiredness
If you have a history of allergy (rashes, breathing problem, swelling of lips and tongue) to any of the content of Alfoo tablet medicine.
If you are taking medicines like doxazosin, indoramin, prazosin, terazosin tamsulosin, or phenoxybenzamine.
If you feel dizzy, light-headed or faint when you stand or sit up quickly from sitting or lying position, because of drop in blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension).
If you have liver problems
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Information regarding the use of Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is not indicated for women.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Some medicines can affect the way Alfoo tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Concomitant use of medicines like doxazosin, indoramin, prazosin, terazosin with this medicine can result in increased side effects.
Medicines to treat high blood pressure should not be used together as you may get symptoms like dizziness, weakness, sweating.
Any medicine for heart problems like for chest pain (angina)
Medicines for fungal infections like itraconazole, ketoconazole should not be used together with this medicine as they increases the side effects of Alfoo tablet
Concomitant use of medicines to treat HIV infections like ritonavir increases the side effects of this medicine.
Concomitant use of medicines to treat bacterial infections like clarithromycin, telithromycin increases the side effects of Alfoo tablet.
Medicines to treat brain diseases like nefazodone when used together with this medicine can alter the effect of the medicine.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
check the label for directions before use.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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.
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR is to be taken with food.
Q. Does Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR shrink the prostate?
No, Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR?
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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.
Q. Does Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR once or twice daily.
Q. Can Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR affect my eyes?
In rare cases, Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR. 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR?
Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR. 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 Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR?
Alfoo 10mg Tablet PR 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.
