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Afdura Benefits & Uses

Afdura is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Afdura Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Alfuzosin (10 mg) Dutasteride (0.5 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Alfuzosin (10 mg) Dutasteride (0.5 mg)/Tablet

Afdura Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afdura is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Chest Pain
Swollen lips

Moderate

Ejaculation disorder
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Erectile Dysfunction
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Impotence

Mild

Dizziness
Fatigue
Infection
Headache
Pharyngitis
Sinus inflammation
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
Decreased libido
Decreased semen volume
Rash
Urticaria

Afdura Related Warnings

Is the use of Afdura safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Afdura. If you are pregnant, do not take Afdura without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Afdura safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Afdura may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Afdura should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Afdura on the Kidneys?

Using Afdura does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Afdura on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Afdura. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Afdura only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Afdura on the Heart?

Afdura is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Afdura with Other Drugs

Afdura should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Afdura Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afdura unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Cataract
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Afdura

Is this Afdura habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Afdura has not been reported.

Afdura Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afdura

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Afdura with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afdura

Information about the interaction of Afdura and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Afdura

Question over 4 years ago

Does Afdura shrink the prostate?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Afdura does not shrink the prostate. It works by causing relaxation of the smooth muscles that are present in the bladder neck and prostate.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Afdura affect PSA (prostate specific antigen)?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Afdura may affect the results of PSA (prostate specific antigen) which is used to diagnosis of prostate cancer. You are advised to tell your doctor if you are already taking this drug and being tested for prostate cancer.

Question about 4 years ago

Can Afdura cause weight gain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Afdura does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Afdura work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Afdura contains alfuzosin which works by relaxing the smooth muscles which are present in the bladder neck and prostate. This relaxation results in improvement in the urine flow which make it easy to urinate. In this way Afdura provides relief from the symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Question almost 5 years ago

How to take Afdura?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Take Afdura 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food because of the presence of food assists in the better absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, improper liver or kidney function.