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Composition :

ALFUZOSIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

About Alfufast Tablet 10's

Alfufast Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy. Benign prostatic hyperplasia occurs due to non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland due to the multiplication of the cells. Benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia mostly occurs in older men.
 
Alfufast Tablet 10's contains ‘Alfuzosin’ that works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Alfufast Tablet 10's relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.
 
You are advised to take Alfufast Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and dry mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Alfufast Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or weakness. Alfufast Tablet 10's is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfufast Tablet 10's, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Alfufast Tablet 10's should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Alfufast Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Alfufast Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Alfufast Tablet 10's to rule out any side-effects.

Uses of Alfufast Tablet 10's

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate)

Directions for Use

Take Alfufast Tablet 10's with food. Swallow Alfufast Tablet 10's as a whole with water; do not chew, break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Alfufast Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers. Alfufast Tablet 10's is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) in men. Alfufast Tablet 10's relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Alfufast Tablet 10's works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine. Alfufast Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia such as painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, incomplete urination, leakage of urine, dribbling at the end of the urinary stream, and urgency in urination.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Alfufast Tablet
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Upper respiratory tract infection:
  • Inform your doctor about the symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to help loosen and clear mucus from your nose, throat, and airways.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.
Managing Medication-Triggered Bronchitis (Inflammation of the bronchial tubes): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience symptoms like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing after taking medication, seek medical attention immediately.
  • Your healthcare provider will work with you to stop the medication causing the reaction, start alternative treatments, and provide supportive therapy.
  • To manage symptoms and prevent complications, follow your doctor's advice to use inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed, practice good hygiene, avoid irritants, stay hydrated, and get plenty of rest.
  • Regularly track your symptoms and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.
  • Drink warm fluids such as warm water with honey, broth, soup or herbal tea to soothe sore throat.
  • Gargle with warm salt water.
  • Suck on lozenges to increase the production of saliva and soothe your throat.
  • Use a humidifier to soothe sore throat as it adds moisture to the air and makes breathing easier.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alfufast Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking any other alpha-blockers; if you have postural hypotension or severe liver problems. Inform your doctor if you have angina, urinary tract infections or crystals in the formed water, high blood pressure, circulatory problems, heart problems; if you are due to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia; if you are older than 65years or if you get painful erections before or during the treatment that will not go away. Talk to your doctor before taking Alfufast Tablet 10's if you are undergoing eye surgery. Alfufast Tablet 10's is intended for use in men only; women should not take Alfufast Tablet 10's, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Alfufast Tablet 10's should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Alfufast Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Alfufast Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness. Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Alfufast Tablet 10's can cause dizziness or weakness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AlfuzosinIdelalisib
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AlfuzosinVoriconazole
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AlfuzosinIdelalisib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
When Idelalisib is taken with Alfufast Tablet, it can lower the metabolism of Alfufast Tablet. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with Idelalisib is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection), contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinVoriconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Using Alfufast Tablet together with voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Alfufast Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Voriconazole with Alfufast Tablet is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Call a doctor if you experience dizziness, headache, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AlfuzosinTelaprevir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Taking Telaprevir with Alfufast Tablet can increase the blood levels and effects of Alfufast Tablet. This can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telaprevir with Alfufast Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinTipranavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
When Alfufast Tablet and Tipranavir are taken together, the body's ability to break down Alfufast Tablet may be reduced. This increases the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with Tipranavir is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction. It should be taken only when advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like severe dizziness, fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, nausea, or sweating contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with Thioridazine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinKetoconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Using Alfufast Tablet together with ketoconazole may significantly increase the blood levels of Alfufast Tablet, which may result in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with Ketoconazole is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Taking Alfufast Tablet with halofantrine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alfufast Tablet and halofantrine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. It can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or a rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinCeritinib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Coadministration of Alfufast Tablet and ceritinib can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ceritinib with Alfufast Tablet is not recommended as it can result in an interaction; it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinClarithromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
When Alfufast Tablet and Clarithromycin can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure or irregular heart rates.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking clarithromycin with Alfufast Tablet is not recommended as it can result in an interaction; it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, palpitations, or chest discomfort, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alfufast Tablet:
Coadministration of Dronedarone with Alfufast Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dronedarone with Alfufast Tablet together is not recommended, as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Urinate as soon as you feel the urge.
  • Avoid excess caffeine and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Practice kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic muscles.
  • Reduce stress levels by doing yoga or meditation. Nervousness can increase the frequency of urination.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BPH AGENTS

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FAQs

Alfufast Tablet 10's works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and making it easier to pass urine.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Alfufast Tablet 10's. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Alfufast Tablet 10's. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Orthostatic hypotension, also known as postural hypotension, could be a side-effect of Alfufast Tablet 10's. Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

Talk to your doctor before taking Alfufast Tablet 10's with anti-fungal medicines such as ketoconazole and itraconazole, and antiretroviral medicines such as ritonavir as they might increase the blood levels of Alfufast Tablet 10's.

Prostatic carcinoma is the cancer of the prostate gland, whereas benign prostatic hyperplasia is the non-cancerous growth of the prostate. Prostatic carcinoma and benign prostatic hyperplasia may have the same symptoms. Therefore, people with benign prostatic hyperplasia should be examined prior to starting the treatment with Alfufast Tablet 10's to rule out the presence of carcinoma of the prostate.

If you are due to have or are undergoing cataract surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Alfufast Tablet 10's. This will help the doctor to manage the complications in advance, which could occur during the surgery.

Consult your doctor before taking Alfufast Tablet 10's with nitrates. Taking Alfufast Tablet 10's with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain, such as nitrates (nitroglycerin, glyceryl trinitrate) may cause severe lowering of blood pressure.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TADALAFIL
  • SILDENAFIL
  • METOPROLOL
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR
  • GLYCERYL TRINITRATE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • NEFAZODONE

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised while taking Alfufast Tablet 10's, especially at the beginning of the treatment.
  • If you are due to have any surgery that requires a general anaesthetic, inform your doctor that you are taking Alfufast Tablet 10's. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Alfufast Tablet 10's 24hours prior to the surgery to prevent lowering of blood pressure.

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Benign prostatic hyperplasia: The prostate is a small, muscular gland in the male reproductive system which surrounds the urethra. Benign prostatic hyperplasia occurs due to non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland due to the multiplication of the cells. Benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia mostly occurs in older men. This causes the prostate gland to swell, which leads to the squeezing of the urethra and limits the urine flow. The symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia include painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, incomplete urination, leakage of urine, dribbling at the end of the urinary stream, and urgency in urination. An enlarged prostate is a normal condition of men ageing due to changes in male sex hormones.

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