Flotral: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flotral Information

Flotral is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.

The correct dosage of Flotral depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Flotral side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flotral are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flotral is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Flotral has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flotral related warnings section.

Flotral can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flotral in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flotral contraindications section.

Additionally, Flotral may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Flotral, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Flotral Benefits & Uses
Flotral Dosage & How to Take
Flotral Side Effects
Flotral Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flotral with Other Drugs
Flotral Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flotral
Flotral Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flotral Benefits & Uses

Flotral is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Flotral Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flotral Related Warnings

Is the use of Flotral safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Flotral safely.

Safe
Is the use of Flotral safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Flotral for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flotral on the Kidneys?

Flotral rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flotral on the Liver?

Flotral may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Flotral on the Heart?

Side effects of Flotral rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flotral with Other Drugs

Flotral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Flotral Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flotral unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Cataract
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flotral

Is this Flotral habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Flotral.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Flotral does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flotral only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flotral cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Flotral Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flotral

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Flotral to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Flotral

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Flotral are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Flotral

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Flotral on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Flotral should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Flotral with metoprolol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Flotral and metoprolol should not be taken together because metoprolol is an antihypertensive drug which lowers the blood pressure and Flotral might also lower the blood pressure. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking Flotral and metoprolol together.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flotral cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Flotral does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Flotral cause weight gain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Flotral does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Flotral help with ED (erectile dysfunction)?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flotral might help with ED (erectile dysfunction) in patients who are already suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). It has been found to be effective in improving the sexual function among these patients.