Flotral
Flotral Products are primarily used for
About Flotral Products
Flotral Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Flotral are Upper respiratory tract infection, Dizziness, Headache, Tiredness.
How Flotral Products work
Alfuzosin is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
Patient Concerns about Flotral Products
Frequently asked questions about Flotral Products
Frequently asked questions about Alfuzosin
Q. Does Flotral 10 Tablet PR shrink the prostate?
No, Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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.
Q. Can Flotral 10 Tablet PR cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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.
Q. When should I take Flotral 10 Tablet PR?
Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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 Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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 Flotral 10 Tablet PR once or twice daily.
Q. Can Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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.
Q. Can Flotral 10 Tablet PR affect my eyes?
In rare cases, Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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 Flotral 10 Tablet PR. Your doctor may perform surgery differently and complications can be prevented.
Q. Can the use of sildenafil or vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Flotral 10 Tablet PR?
Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Flotral 10 Tablet PR. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. 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 Flotral 10 Tablet PR?
Flotral 10 Tablet PR 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.