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Fulflo is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The optimal dosage of Fulflo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Fulflo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fulflo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Fulflo has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fulflo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fulflo 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 Fulflo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Fulflo may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fulflo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Fulflo 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 Fulflo is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Fulflo safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Fulflo in pregnant women.
Is the use of Fulflo safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Fulflo on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Fulflo will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Fulflo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fulflo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Fulflo on the Liver?
Fulflo can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Fulflo on the Heart?
Fulflo is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fulflo 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 Fulflo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fulflo habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fulflo has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fulflo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fulflo only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fulflo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fulflo
Fulflo may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fulflo
Taking Fulflo and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, Fulflo and ibuprofen should not be taken together at the same time because ibuprofen decreases the effects of alfuzosin by interfering in its working mechanism. Hence you are advised to avoid taking Fulflo and ibuprofen together at the same time.
No, Fulflo does not shrink the prostate. It works by causing relaxation of the smooth muscles that are present in the bladder neck and prostate.
Take Fulflo 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.
No, Fulflo is not a diuretic. It contains alfuzosin which belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists that are used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Yes, Fulflo 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.
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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