Alfutt 5mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken with food, but take at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and impotence. It may also lead to blurry vision or dizziness, so it is advised to avoid driving while on the medication. If any of the side effects persist or bother you, you must consult the doctor without delay.
Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate as soon as you feel the urge, however, never strain or push to empty your bladder. You should avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic drinks at night and a few hours before going to bed or going out.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you have to undergo eye surgery due to cataracts or glaucoma then inform your eye doctor about the usage of this medicine. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription, and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken with food, but take at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and impotence. It may also lead to blurry vision or dizziness, so it is advised to avoid driving while on the medication. If any of the side effects persist or bother you, you must consult the doctor without delay.
Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate as soon as you feel the urge, however, never strain or push to empty your bladder. You should avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic drinks at night and a few hours before going to bed or going out.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you have to undergo eye surgery due to cataracts or glaucoma then inform your eye doctor about the usage of this medicine. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription, and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
Uses of Alfutt Tablet
Benefits of Alfutt Tablet
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. Alfutt 5mg Tablet works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So, it 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 benefit. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.
Side effects of Alfutt Tablet
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 Alfutt
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Impotence
How to use Alfutt Tablet
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. Alfutt 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Alfutt Tablet works
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Alfutt 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfutt 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alfutt 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is not indicated for women.
Alfutt 5mg Tablet is not indicated for women.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alfutt 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alfutt 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alfutt 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Alfutt 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alfutt 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Alfutt 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Use of Alfutt 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Alfutt Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Alfutt 5mg Tablet, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Alfutt 5mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
- Alfutt 5mg Tablet must be taken with food.
- You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
- Alfutt 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Alfutt 5mg Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinazoline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Uroselective adrenergic receptor(α1a) antagonist
Interaction with drugs
Taking Alfutt with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion,
Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion,
Saquinavir may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, col
Atazanavir may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, col
Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion,
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Alfutt 5mg Tablet shrink the prostate?
No, Alfutt 5mg Tablet does not shrink the size of the prostate. It belongs to alpha-blocker class of medicines. It works by relaxing muscles of bladder and prostate to allow urine to flow more easily. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate.
Can Alfutt 5mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Alfutt 5mg Tablet does not cause erectile dysfunction. On the contrary, it may help in improving 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.
When should I take Alfutt 5mg Tablet?
Alfutt 5mg Tablet 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.
Does Alfutt 5mg Tablet have any effect on liver?
In very rare cases your liver may be affected and cause liver function abnormality. Inform the doctor if you already have liver disease before starting the medication. The doctor will prescribe a lower dose of Alfutt 5mg Tablet once or twice daily.
Can Alfutt 5mg Tablet 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.
Can Alfutt 5mg Tablet affect my eyes?
In rare cases, Alfutt 5mg Tablet 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 Alfutt 5mg Tablet. Your doctor may perform surgery differently and complications can be prevented.
Can the use of sildenafil or vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Alfutt 5mg Tablet?
Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Alfutt 5mg Tablet. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. Inform your doctor if you are taking these medicines.
What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Alfutt 5mg Tablet?
Alfutt 5mg Tablet 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. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Related ayurvedic ingredients
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Drugs.com. Alfuzosin. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Alfuzosin HCl. Bridgewater, New Jersey: Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC; 2003 [revised May 2009]. [Accessed 31 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Alfuzosin. Cary, North Carolina: Covis Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2003 [revised Sep. 2013]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Alfuzosin hydrochloride [Product Information]. [Accessed 09 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Biophar Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Elante Office,Industrial&Buisness Park, Phase-I,Chandigarh(UT)-160002, Registered Office : #34,Raipur Kalan, Chandigarh - 160102
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
20 people viewed this recently₹87.3
Inclusive of all taxes
MRP₹89 2% OFF
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
SOLD OUT
Notify me
