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Flotral is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The correct dosage of Flotral depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flotral side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flotral are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flotral is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Flotral has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flotral related warnings section.
Flotral can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flotral in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flotral contraindications section.
Additionally, Flotral may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Flotral, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Flotral is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Flotral is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flotral safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Flotral in pregnant women.
Is the use of Flotral safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Flotral in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Flotral on the Kidneys?
Flotral rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flotral on the Liver?
Effects of Flotral on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flotral on the Heart?
Side effects of Flotral rarely affect the heart.
Flotral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flotral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flotral habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flotral has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Flotral as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Flotral should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flotral in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flotral
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Flotral to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flotral
Drinking alcohol while taking Flotral may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, Flotral should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Flotral and metoprolol should not be taken together because metoprolol is an antihypertensive drug which lowers the blood pressure and Flotral might also lower the blood pressure. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking Flotral and metoprolol together.
No, Flotral 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.
No, Flotral 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.
Yes, Flotral might help with ED (erectile dysfunction) in patients who are already suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). It has been found to be effective in improving the sexual function among these patients.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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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