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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Flotral 10 Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of Benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate gland). It contains Afluzosin, which relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and makes it easier to pass urine.
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Synonym :

ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition :

ALFUZOSIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Flotral 10 Tablet

Flotral 10 Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy. Benign prostatic hyperplasia occurs due to non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland due to the multiplication of the cells. Benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia mostly occurs in older men.
 
Flotral 10 Tablet contains ‘Alfuzosin’ that works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Flotral 10 Tablet relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.
 
You are advised to take Flotral 10 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and dry mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Flotral 10 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Flotral 10 Tablet is intended for use in men only; women should not take Flotral 10 Tablet , especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Flotral 10 Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Flotral 10 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Flotral 10 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Flotral 10 Tablet to rule out any side-effects.

Uses of Flotral 10 Tablet

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).

Directions for Use

Take Flotral 10 Tablet with food. Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not chew, break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Flotral 10 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers. Flotral 10 Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) in men. Flotral 10 Tablet relieves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Flotral 10 Tablet works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine. Flotral 10 Tablet is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia such as painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, incomplete urination, leakage of urine, dribbling at the end of the urinary stream, and urgency in urination.

How Flotral 10 Tablet Works

Flotral 10 Tablet contains ‘Alfuzosin’ that works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe). Flotral 10 Tablet relaxes the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Flotral 10 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth

What if I have taken an overdose of Flotral 10 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Flotral 10 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea and blurred vision. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Flotral 10 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking any other alpha-blockers; if you have postural hypotension or severe liver problems. Inform your doctor if you have angina, urinary tract infections or crystals in the formed water, high blood pressure, circulatory problems, heart problems; if you are due to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia; if you are older than 65years or if you get painful erections before or during the treatment that will not go away. Talk to your doctor before taking Flotral 10 Tablet if you are undergoing eye surgery. Flotral 10 Tablet is intended for use in men only; women should not take Flotral 10 Tablet , especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Flotral 10 Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Flotral 10 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption with Flotral 10 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. Rise slowly from a sitting/lying position as Flotral 10 Tablet can cause dizziness or weakness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AlfuzosinTelaprevir
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AlfuzosinIdelalisib
Critical

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AlfuzosinTelaprevir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Taking Telaprevir with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's can increase the blood levels and effects of Flotral 10 Tablet 30's. This can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telaprevir with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinIdelalisib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
When Idelalisib is taken with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's, it can lower the metabolism of Flotral 10 Tablet 30's. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Idelalisib is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection), contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinAtazanavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Concomitant use of Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Atazanavir can increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Atazanavir is not recommended, however, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, palpitations, difficulty swallowing, or sweating. It is recommended to monitor your blood pressure regularly. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
AlfuzosinClarithromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
When Flotral 10 Tablet 30's and Clarithromycin can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure or irregular heart rates.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking clarithromycin with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's is not recommended as it can result in an interaction; it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, palpitations, or chest discomfort, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Coadministration of Dronedarone with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dronedarone with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's together is not recommended, as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Thioridazine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinKetoconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Using Flotral 10 Tablet 30's together with ketoconazole may significantly increase the blood levels of Flotral 10 Tablet 30's, which may result in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Ketoconazole is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinErythromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
When Flotral 10 Tablet 30's is taken with erythromycin, this can cause your blood pressure to fall excessively and your heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking erythromycin with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it should be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with halofantrine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's and halofantrine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. It can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or a rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlfuzosinTipranavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flotral 10 Tablet 30's:
When Flotral 10 Tablet 30's and Tipranavir are taken together, the body's ability to break down Flotral 10 Tablet 30's may be reduced. This increases the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flotral 10 Tablet 30's with Tipranavir is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction. It should be taken only when advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like severe dizziness, fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, nausea, or sweating contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Urinate as soon as you feel the urge.

  • Avoid excess caffeine and alcohol consumption.

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.

  • Practice kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic muscles.

  • Reduce stress levels by doing yoga or meditation. Nervousness can increase the frequency of urination.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BPH AGENTS

Flotral 10 Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Alfoo 10 mg Tablet 30's

    24.96per tablet
  • Alfusin Tablet 15's

    21.66per tablet
  • Efzu 10 mg Tablet 10's

    14.90per tablet
  • Alfugress Tablet 10's

    12.33per tablet
  • Velfu Tablet 7's

    21.60per tablet
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Flotral 10 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Flotral 10 Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Flotral 10 Tablet is intended for use in men only; women should not take Flotral 10 Tablet , especially pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Flotral 10 Tablet is intended for use in men only; women should not take Flotral 10 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Flotral 10 Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Flotral 10 Tablet should not be used if you have moderate to severe liver impairment. The safety of Flotral 10 Tablet in patients with mild hepatic impairment has not been established. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Flotral 10 Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established.

FAQs

Flotral 10 Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy.
Flotral 10 Tablet works by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate; this reduces the narrowing of the urethra. Thereby, helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and making it easier to pass urine.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Flotral 10 Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Flotral 10 Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Orthostatic hypotension, also known as postural hypotension, could be a side-effect of Flotral 10 Tablet . Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
Talk to your doctor before taking Flotral 10 Tablet with anti-fungal medicines such as ketoconazole and itraconazole, and antiretroviral medicines such as ritonavir as they might increase the blood levels of Flotral 10 Tablet .
Prostatic carcinoma is the cancer of the prostate gland, whereas benign prostatic hyperplasia is the non-cancerous growth of the prostate. Prostatic carcinoma and benign prostatic hyperplasia may have the same symptoms. Therefore, people with benign prostatic hyperplasia should be examined prior to starting the treatment with Flotral 10 Tablet to rule out the presence of carcinoma of the prostate.
If you are due to have or are undergoing cataract surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Flotral 10 Tablet . This will help the doctor to manage the complications in advance, which could occur during the surgery.
Consult your doctor before taking Flotral 10 Tablet with nitrates. Taking Flotral 10 Tablet with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain, such as nitrates (nitroglycerin, glyceryl trinitrate) may cause severe lowering of blood pressure.
You are advised to take Flotral 10 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.
Yes, dizziness is a possible side effect of Flotral 10 Tablet . If you experience it, rise slowly from a sitting or lying position and tell your doctor if it's severe or persistent.
Flotral 10 Tablet does not shrink the prostate. It belongs to the alpha-blocker class of drugs. It works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate, allowing urine to flow more freely.
No, Flotral 10 Tablet will not cause erectile dysfunction.
It is usually taken once a day, immediately after a meal. The dose and duration should be followed as directed by the physician.
Flotral 10 Tablet should not be used if you have moderate to severe liver impairment. The safety of Flotral 10 Tablet in patients with mild hepatic impairment has not been established. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Yes, aged or elderly people can take Flotral 10 Tablet , but they must exercise caution. Regular monitoring is essential.
While rare, Flotral 10 Tablet can occasionally cause abnormal vision. Importantly, if you're scheduled for any eye surgery, including cataract surgery, inform your surgeon about your use of Flotral 10 Tablet . This medication may require special considerations during the procedure
If you're taking Flotral 10 Tablet and also plan to use sildenafil or vardenafil, don't do it without talking to your doctor first. Taking them together can cause your blood pressure to drop too low, which can be dangerous.
To help feel better while taking Flotral 10 Tablet , follow your doctor's instructions, drink lots of water, avoid alcohol, eat healthy, get enough sleep, and tell your doctor if you have any new problems.
Common side effects of Flotral 10 Tablet may include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and dry mouth.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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