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Category- Allopathy

Medicine Highlights

BrandName Uses

BrandName is an oral medicine belonging to the category of alpha blockers and 5 alpha reductase inhibitors used for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia)

BrandName side effects 

More Common  

1. Change or problem with discharge of semen 
2. Impotence 
3. Decreased sexual urge 

Less Common 

1. Belching 
2. Body aches or pain 
3. Congestion 
4. Cough 
5. Cough producing mucus 
6. Decreased interest in sexual intercourse 
7. Difficulty breathing 
8. Difficulty having a bowel movement 
9. Dryness or soreness of the throat 
10. Ear congestion 
11. Heartburn 
12. Hoarseness 
13. Inability to have or keep an erection 
14. Indigestion 
15. Loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance 
16. Loss of voice 
17. Nasal congestion 
18. Pain 
19. Pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones 
20. Sneezing 
21. Sore throat 
22. Stomach discomfort or upset 
23. Stuffy or runny nose 
24. Tender, swollen glands in the neck 
25. Tightness in the chest 
26. Trouble with swallowing 
27. Unusual tiredness or weakness 
28. Voice changes 

How BrandName works 

Alfuzosin relaxes the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder neck to lower resistance to urine flow, while dutasteride blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), gradually shrinking the prostate. Together, they relieve obstruction and improve bladder emptying over time.

Safety Measures and Warning 

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicine. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. 

Kidney and Liver Problems

Patients with previous liver and kidney damage are not recommended to take the medicine, as it can cause liver and kidney toxicity while being removed from the body.

BrandName Interaction with Food Product 

The use of drinks that contain alcohol raises your risk of low blood pressure from Alfuzosin.  If you drink alcohol, talk to your doctor. You may need to have your blood pressure monitored while you take this drug.

BrandName Interaction with Other Medicines  

Avoid alcohol-containing drinks, as they can lower your blood pressure.  If you drink alcohol, talk to your doctor. You may need to have your blood pressure monitored while you take this drug.

BrandName Chemical Structure

IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)/ Chemical name

Alfuzosin- (RS)-N-[3-[(4-Amino-6,7-dimethoxyquinazolin-2-yl) methylamino]propyl] tetrahydrofuran-2-carboxamide

Dutasteride- 1S,3aS,3bS,5aR,9aR,9bS,11aS)-N-[2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-9a,11a-dimethyl-7-oxo-1,2,3,3a,3b,4,5,5a,6,9b,10,11-dodecahydroindeno[5,4-f]quinoline-1-carboxamide

Intake routine/cycle

Daily dose

Take BrandName exactly as your doctor recommends. The dose may change based on your condition and how well you respond. Do not take more than prescribed without consulting your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take your medicine, take the medication as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult the doctor before making any changes to your dosage.

Overdose

It is not recommended to take more than 48 mg of BrandName per day, as it may cause severe overdosing effects like kidney and liver damage, fatigue, and dizziness. If you face any of the severe effects, meet the doctor.

Storage

1. Store the medicine at room temperature 
2. Keep away from sunlight and moisture 
3. Keep out of reach of children 

Directions for use 

1. Take BrandName exactly as prescribed by your doctor, at the same time each day. 
2. Do not stop taking BrandName without your doctor’s approval, even if you feel better. 
3. If you forget to take BrandName, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 

BrandName Summary 

BrandName is a combination medicine used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that makes urination difficult. Alfuzosin relaxes muscles around the bladder and prostate to ease urine flow, while dutasteride shrinks the prostate over time by blocking a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) that causes it to grow. Together, they improve symptoms like frequent urination, weak stream, and incomplete emptying. Common side effects may include dizziness, headache, reduced sexual desire, ejaculation problems, and breast tenderness in men. This medicine should be avoided by women (especially pregnant or breastfeeding), children, and men with severe liver issues or known allergies to its ingredients. It may interact with grapefruit juice, alcohol, and certain antibiotics or heart medications, so always check with your doctor before combining it with other substances.

FAQ’s

What are the uses of alfuzosin 10 mg?

Alfuzosin is a medicine used by men who have trouble peeing because of an enlarged prostate, a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate, making it easier to pass urine.

What are the side effects of alfuzosin?

Alfuzosin usage in some men may cause dizziness or little to no semen during sex, which is harmless but unexpected, and loss of sexual interest.

What is the price of alfuzosin 10 mg?

At Saya Care, alfuzosin is sold as 10 tablets per strip, and each tablet containing 10 mg of alfuzosin costs around 50 rupees per 10 tablets. which is 80% less than the market price

What are the brand names of BrandName?

Alfugem and Alzocin are the most used brand names of alfuzosin and dutasteride. Although the alfuzosin and dutasteride combination have different brand names that are endorsed by marketing companies, the salt name remains the same. Many of the brands fail to pass the CDSCO standard quality test, and it’s the time when Saya Care steps in, and we provide the medicine with a quality test report and to 80% low price

Reference 

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Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy

Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy from GIET School of Pharmacy, affiliated with Andhra University, and from his 3rd year of graduation, he was working as a freelance medical and publication writer. Having expertise in systematic reviews and clinical research. With his keen interest and skills in research and documentation practices, he also reviewed more than 150 manuscripts from international journals like Elsevier, Springer Nature, and Sage Journals, and all the manuscripts were indexed and appeared in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases, and he received honorary recognition letters and certificates from all of them. Siva Krishna Adithya also published a few systematic, narrative reviews and a few chapters of international expertise.