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Alfutrol D is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Alfutrol D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alfutrol D. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Alfutrol D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alfutrol D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alfutrol D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Alfutrol D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alfutrol D related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Alfutrol D since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Alfutrol D are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Alfutrol D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alfutrol D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Alfutrol D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alfutrol D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Alfutrol D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Alfutrol D. If you are pregnant, do not take Alfutrol D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Alfutrol D safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Alfutrol D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Alfutrol D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Alfutrol D on the Kidneys?
Alfutrol D does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alfutrol D on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Alfutrol D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Alfutrol D only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Alfutrol D on the Heart?
Using Alfutrol D does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Alfutrol D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alfutrol D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alfutrol D habit forming or addictive?
Alfutrol D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Alfutrol D
There is no information on the effects of taking Alfutrol D with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alfutrol D
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Alfutrol D.
No, Alfutrol D is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Alfutrol D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as fatigue, abdominal pain, and dizziness. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Alfutrol D might cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
No, Alfutrol D and amlodipine should not be taken together because amlodipine is an antihypertensive drug which lowers the blood pressure and Alfutrol D might also lower the blood pressure. Therefore, you are advised to avoid taking Alfutrol D and amlodipine together.
Alfutrol D 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 Alfutrol D provides relief from the symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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