Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines that work in different ways to treat men with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or needing to go to the toilet more often. It is not used to prevent prostate cancer.

Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines: Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER1 and Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER2 which relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Uses of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

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.

Side effects of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

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 Alfuzosin-D

Impotence
Decreased libido
Ejaculation disorder
Headache
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Upper respiratory tract infection
Breast enlargement in male
Breast tenderness in male

How to use Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

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 is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

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 of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER?

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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

₹24.9/Tablet ER

Alfusin D Tablet ER

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₹36.2/tablet er

45% costlier

Afdura Tablet ER

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹29.7/tablet er

19% costlier

Fuzoprost D 10mg/0.5mg Tablet ER

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

₹17.5/tablet er

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Alfuzin D 10mg/0.5mg Tablet ER

Astonea Labs Private Limited

₹21.8/tablet er

12% cheaper

Z Alfu D 10mg/0.5mg Tablet ER

Daylon Healthcare

₹24.5/tablet er

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Quick tips

Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER.
It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count.
Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Patient concerns

Taking Urimax D for last 4 years. Now while having sex there is hardly any semen discharge. Pl suggest natural remedies for BPH having no side effects.

Dr. Praveen Pushkar

Urology

Urimax causes dry ejaculation u can stop urimax d n start alfuzosin after getting prescribed from urologist nearby

I am a diabetic suffering from migraine on d rt side of d head,i used naprodom250,divalid ER,along with combiflam, but no relief

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

start tab topaz 25 mg hs

FAQs

Alfuzosin-D Tablet ER

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.

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