Alfosin Xr 10 Mg 30 Tablet

Description

What the medication is used for: Your doctor has prescribed ALFOSIN®XR because you have a medical condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or acute urinary retention (AUR) related to BPH. This occurs in men. What it does: ALFOSIN®XR relaxes muscles in the prostate, bladder neck and base. This results in improved urine flow, and reduced BPH symptoms. When taken during catheterization for sudden acute urinary retention, ALFOSIN®XR may help you pass urine after catheter removal. Urinary catheters are flexible tubes placed in the bladder to drain urine. How to use Usual dose: Follow your doctor’s instructions very carefully about how to take ALFOSIN®XR. The recommended dosage is one tablet (10 mg) daily to be taken right after the same meal each day or from the first day of catheterization. The tablet should be swallowed whole. DO NOT CHEW, CRUSH, POUND, GRIND OR CRUNCH THE TABLET AS HIGH BLOOD LEVELS OF ALFOSIN®XR MAY OCCUR. If you interrupt your treatment for several days or more, resume treatment after consulting with your doctor. Warnings and precautions Do not use ALFOSIN®XR: If you have ever had an allergic reaction to Alfuzosin hydrochloride or to any ingredient in ALFOSIN®XR. If you have a moderate to severe decrease in liver function. If you take other alpha-blockers for high blood pressure or prostate problems. If you take ketoconazole, ritonavir or itraconazole. Take special care with ALFOSIN®XR: Tell your doctor or pharmacist, before using the medication, if: You suffer liver or kidneys problems You suffer from heart problems You have ever had a reaction to the ingredients of this medication You have had low blood pressure or signs of low blood pressure [fainting, dizziness] after taking another medicine You or any family members have a condition known as congenital prolongation of the QT interval You have suffered from QT prolongation following the administration of any drug You have a family history of sudden death at an age <50 years You have suffered from electrolytes disturbances Side Effects Like all prescription drugs, ALFOSIN®XR may cause side effects. Most side effects are mild. Side effects due to ALFOSIN®XR may include dizziness and headache. In some cases, side effects may decrease or disappear while the patient continues to take ALFOSIN®XR. You may experience dizziness or fainting caused by a decrease in blood pressure after taking ALFOSIN®XR. However, these effects are usually transient, occur at the beginning of treatment and do not usually prevent the continuation of treatment. In such cases, lie down until the symptoms have completely disappeared. Although these symptoms are unlikely, do not drive, operate machinery or perform hazardous tasks for 12 hours after the initial dose. Cases of liver disorder have been observed in patients taking Alfuzosin hydrochloride. You should inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, jaundice (yellow color to the skin and/or eyes), dark urine, light-coloured stools, generalized itching or abdominal pain. Storage Information ALFOSIN®XR tablets should be stored at room temperature below 30°C. Drug Interactions ALFOSIN®XR is metabolized by specific enzymes in the liver. It is not known how combined use of any drugs, herbal products metabolized by the same enzymes or grapefruit juice may influence the efficacy or unwanted side effects of these drugs or herbal medicines. Before using any prescription, over-the-counter medicines or herbal products, check with your doctor or your pharmacist. Drugs that interact with ALFOSIN®XR include: Alpha-blockers for high blood pressure or prostate problems Anti-infection drugs: ketoconazole, itraconazole and ritonavir Drugs for high blood pressure Drugs for heart problems (nitrates) Sildenafil Ingredients What the medicinal ingredient is: Alfuzosin What the important nonmedicinal ingredients are: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate magnesium stearate, and yellow ferric oxide. Specifications Tablets are yellow, round, flat-faced, beveled-edge tablets. Engraved “APO” on one side, “ALF” over “10” on the other side.