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Alfoo

Alfoo

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Alfoo Information

Alfoo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.

The right dosage of Alfoo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Alfoo have been listed ahead. These side effects of Alfoo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Alfoo has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alfoo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Alfoo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Alfoo are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Alfoo with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alfoo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

  1. Alfoo Benefits & Uses
  2. Alfoo Dosage & How to Take
  3. Alfoo Side Effects
  4. Alfoo Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Alfoo with Other Drugs
  6. Alfoo Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Alfoo
  8. Alfoo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alfoo Benefits & Uses

Alfoo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Alfoo 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: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Enlarged Prostate
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alfoo Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Alfoo safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Alfoo in pregnant women.

    Safe

  • Is the use of Alfoo safe during breastfeeding?


    In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Alfoo in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Alfoo is unavailable.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Alfoo on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Alfoo on kidney have been reported.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Alfoo on the Liver?


    Alfoo can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

    Severe

  • What is the effect of Alfoo on the Heart?


    Alfoo has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Alfoo with Other Drugs

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

Severe

RitonavirClarithromycinMoxifloxacinSotalolCitalopramQuinidine

Alfoo Contraindications

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

  • Cataract
  • Kidney Disease
  • Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alfoo

  • Is this Alfoo habit forming or addictive?


    Alfoo is not addictive in nature.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Alfoo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Alfoo only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Alfoo for mental disorders.

    No

Alfoo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Alfoo


    Taking Alfoo with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Alfoo


    Taking Alfoo and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

    Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Alfoo

Question about 3 years ago

Does Alfoo lower blood pressure?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alfoo might lower blood pressure (hypotension). It occurs due to vasodilation (widening of the blood vessels) because it inhibits the effect of certain chemical messengers (adrenaline and noradrenaline) that results in low blood pressure. If you are experiencing dizziness or lightheadedness after taking this drug which is a symptom of low blood pressure, then you are advised to lay down immediately till it subsides and drink salty water.

Question almost 3 years ago

Does Alfoo affect PSA (prostate specific antigen)?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alfoo 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 3 years ago

Does Alfoo cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Alfoo does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.

Question over 3 years ago

How long can I safely take Alfoo?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Alfoo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 2 years ago

Can Alfoo cause weight gain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Alfoo 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. 

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Uroxatral® (alfuzosin HCL)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 142

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 123-124

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