Alfuzin 10mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alfuzin 10mg tablet used for?
Alfuzin 10mg Tablet contains Alfuzosin, an alpha-blocker used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, improving urine flow and reducing symptoms like difficulty urinating and frequent urination.
- Generic Name: Alfuzosin
- Manufacturer: Taj Pharma India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alfuzin 10mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Off-label uses: Treatment of ureteral stones (to facilitate passage), hypertension (not FDA approved).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Alfuzosin |
| Brand Name | Alfoo |
| Manufacturer | Taj Pharma India Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | UROLOGY |
| Action Class | Uroselective adrenergic receptor(ฮฑ1a) antagonist |
| Route of Administration | Oral (immediate-release or extended-release tablets). |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective antagonist of postsynaptic alpha-1 adrenergic receptors in the prostate, bladder base, and prostatic urethra, leading to relaxation of smooth muscle and improved urine flow.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alfuzin 10mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alfuzin 10mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasal congestion
- Abdominal pain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Syncope
- Priapism
- Hepatotoxicity
- Angioedema
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Atrial fibrillation
- Tachycardia
- Jaundice
- Thrombocytopenia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Ketoconazole | Moderate | Increased alfuzosin levels |
| Sildenafil | Moderate | Increased risk of hypotension |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir)
- Other alpha-blockers (e.g., prazosin, terazosin)
- Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antihypertensives (e.g., beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers)
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine)
- Cimetidine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Warfarin
- Digoxin
- Antacids
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food delays absorption but does not affect overall bioavailability; take with food to reduce risk of orthostatic hypotension.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase risk of hypotension and dizziness; avoid excessive alcohol consumption.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to alfuzosin or any component; moderate to severe hepatic impairment; concomitant use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors; history of orthostatic hypotension; micturition syncope.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure (especially at initiation), symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, urinary symptoms, liver function tests (if symptoms of hepatotoxicity).
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not indicated for use in women; excretion in breast milk unknown.
๐ Overdose Management
Induce emesis or gastric lavage; administer activated charcoal; monitor blood pressure and heart rate; treat hypotension with intravenous fluids and vasopressors if needed.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip the missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.