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Afdura Tablet ER

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Product introduction

Afdura Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines that work in different ways to treat men with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or needing to go to the toilet more often. It is not used to prevent prostate cancer.

Afdura Tablet ER should be taken immediately after the same meal each day. Take it as a whole, do not break, chew, or crush them. Your doctor will prescribe the dose most suitable for you. To gain the most benefit and treat your symptoms effectively you should not miss doses, even if you feel well. It may take up to 4 weeks to notice an improvement in symptoms but keep taking them regularly. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks or if they get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased libido, inability to get an erection (impotence), and tenderness or enlargement of your breasts. If these effects worry you or do not go away, call your doctor for advice. You may also feel dizzy or drowsy. These risks are higher when you first start taking this drug. Remember, your doctor has given you this medicine because the benefits are greater than the risks of the side effects.

Afdura Tablet ER should not be taken by women or children. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure or liver or kidney disease. This medicine may not be suitable. It can also affect, or be affected by, other drugs so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking. You may be advised to wear a condom during sex and to have your blood pressure checked frequently. Talk to your healthcare team if you drink alcohol.

Benefits of Afdura Tablet ER

In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Afdura Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines that reduces the size of your prostate by blocking the production of a hormone which causes it to grow. Additionally, it relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate. Together they can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. However, it may take up to 6 months to notice the full benefits. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.

Side effects of Afdura Tablet ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Afdura

  • Impotence
  • Decreased libido
  • Ejaculation disorder
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Breast enlargement in male
  • Breast tenderness in male
  • Dizziness

How to use Afdura Tablet ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afdura Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

How Afdura Tablet ER works

Afdura Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines: Alfuzosin and Dutasteride, which relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Alfuzosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so as to allow easy passage of urine. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which helps in shrinking the prostate gland by decreasing the level of the hormone which helps the prostate gland grow.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Afdura Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Afdura Tablet ER during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Afdura Tablet ER during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Afdura Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Afdura Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Afdura Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Afdura Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Afdura Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Afdura Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Afdura Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Afdura Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Afdura Tablet ER to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
  • Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
  • Afdura Tablet ER may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Afdura Tablet ER.
  • It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count.
  • Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Afdura Tablet ER.

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Patient concerns

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I am having prostate weighing 52 gm with PVR value 2.4 is there any medicine with which surgery can be avoided right now I am taking medicine Afdura.
Dr. M. K. Ansari
Neurology
plz mention composition of adfurawell,, i searched it its alfuzosin and dutasteride. U r on right medicnes for prostrate enlargement. if u are on this already for quite a long duration and ur prostrate still weighs this much then u are a candidate for surgery. or else first try this medication for atleast 5 to 6 months
What is hyperplasia nd wht a treatment
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Mr. PATIENT is not a medical condition, it's just a histological term mentioned in pathology reports
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FAQs

Q. Does Afdura Tablet ER shrink the prostate?

No, Afdura Tablet ER does not shrink the size of the prostate. It belongs to the alpha-blocker class of medicines. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate. It works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate to allow urine to flow more easily.

Q. Can Afdura Tablet ER cause erectile dysfunction?

No, Afdura Tablet ER does not cause erectile dysfunction. On the contrary, it may help in improving any such condition. However, this medicine may cause painful erection (priapism) which does not go away. If priapism is not treated, you may not be able to get an erection in the future.

Q. When should I take Afdura Tablet ER?

Afdura Tablet ER should be taken after meals at the same time each day. Do not cut, crush or chew the medicine, but swallow it whole with water.

Q. Does Afdura Tablet ER have any effect on the liver?

In very rare cases your liver may be affected and cause liver function abnormality. Hence, it would best to inform the doctor if you already have liver disease before starting the medication. The doctor will prescribe a lower dose of Afdura Tablet ER once or twice daily.

Q. Can Afdura Tablet ER be taken by old or elderly people?

Yes, it can be taken by elderly or old people, but they need to be careful. Regular monitoring is required in case the patient also has high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking Afdura Tablet ER.

Q. Can Afdura Tablet ER affect my eyes?

In rare cases, Afdura Tablet ER may cause abnormal vision. But, it is important to know that this medicine may cause complications during surgery if you are to be operated for cataract. Hence, inform your doctor before surgery that you are taking Afdura Tablet ER. Your doctor may perform surgery differently to prevent any complications.

Q. Can the use of Sildenafil or Vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Afdura Tablet ER?

Extreme care should be taken if you are taking Sildenafil or Vardenafil along with Afdura Tablet ER. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking these medicines.

Q. What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Afdura Tablet ER?

Afdura Tablet ER may lower your blood pressure especially when you suddenly stand up after lying down. You may feel dizzy or fainting and therefore you should get up slowly from bed or chair. This medicine may impair your reactions to certain conditions. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.

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References

  1. CiplaMed. Alfuzosin hydrochloride + Dutasteride. [Accessed 25 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Alfuzosin HCl. Bridgewater, New Jersey: Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC; 2003 [revised May 2009]. [Accessed 31 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Dutasteride. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: GlaxoSmithKline; 2001 [revised Jun. 2008]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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