Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets Description
Alfusin D Tablet is a combination medicine containing Dutasteride and Alfuzosin. It acts by causing smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder neck and prostate and improvement in urine flow. This medic
ine is used for BPH in men with an enlarged prostate. Alfusin D Tablet not to be used in paediatric patients or women of childbearing potential and during pregnancy. This medicine can cause side effects like nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, dry mouth, dizziness etc. Side effects are temporary and go away on their own, if side effects bother you or your condition doesn't improve over time then inform your doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹578.22 |
You Save | ₹78.85 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Alfuzosin(10.0 Mg) + Dutasteride(0.5 Mg) |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA |
Uses of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
Contraindications of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
- If you are allergic to Alfuzosin or Dutasteride or any of the ingredients of Alfusin D Tablet
- If you have a history of orthostatic hypotension
- If you are having any liver disease
- If you are a woman of childbearing potential and during pregnancy
- Alfusin D Tablet not to be used in paediatric patients
- It should not be co-administered with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole and ritonavir
Side effects of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Headache
- Hypotension (postural)
- Impotence
- Altered (decreased) libido
- Ejaculation disorders
- Breast enlargement and tenderness (gynecomastia)
Precautions and Warnings of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You suffer from low or high blood pressure.
- You suffer from any eye disorder or planning to get eye surgery.
- You suffer from heart diseases.
- You have any fungal or viral infection.
- You are taking medicines for lowering immunity.
- You may experience problems in ejaculation, which will get back to normal once this medicine is stopped.
- Alfusin D Tablet should not be given to women or children.
Mode of Action of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Alfuzosin works by causing the relaxation of smooth muscle in the bladder neck and prostate, resulting in an improvement in urine flow and a reduction in symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)....
- Dutasteride interferes with the formation of the hormone responsible for an enlarged prostate gland.
- This combination has complementary mechanisms of action which improves the symptoms like the urinary flow and urinary retention related discomfort and also the need for surgery to remove the enlarged prostate gland....
Directions for Use of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Alfusin D Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It should be taken with or after having your meal.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Alfusin D Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines for heart disease, antifungal medicines and medicines for HIV.
Storage and disposal of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
- Store below 30°C in the original container.
- Keep it out of reach of children.
Dosage of Alfusin D Strip Of 15 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- In case you have missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Abhishek B L
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Should I reduce my water intake to relieve the frequent urge of urination?
Q: Is Alfusin D Tablet safe in elderly patients?
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