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Flolite D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Flolite D have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flolite 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.
Flolite D also has some side effects, the most common being Impotence, Dizziness, Breast pain. Usually, these side effects of Flolite D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Flolite D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flolite D related warnings talks about Flolite D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Flolite D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Hepatic Encephalopathy are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Flolite D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flolite D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flolite 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 Flolite D is used -
Common
Is the use of Flolite D safe for pregnant women?
Flolite D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Flolite D safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Flolite D on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Flolite D will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Flolite D on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Flolite D on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flolite D on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Flolite D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Flolite D only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flolite D on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Flolite D. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Flolite 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 Flolite D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flolite D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flolite D has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flolite D, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Flolite D can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Flolite D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flolite D in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flolite D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Flolite D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flolite D
Information about the interaction of Flolite D and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Flolite D is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Flolite D helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.
Yes, Flolite D may cause an allergic reaction causing hives, rash, and itching. It may also cause swelling of the eyes, tongue, lips, arms, ankles, throat, feet and lower legs. If you suffer from any of these reactions, please inform your doctor immediately. He may ask you to discontinue using Flolite D.
Flolite D is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).
No, Flolite D doesn't cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating small, frequent meals and adding some physical activity to the routine.
No, Flolite D doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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