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Alfatam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The correct dosage of Alfatam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alfatam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Alfatam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Alfatam's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Alfatam related warnings talks about Alfatam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Alfatam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Alfatam contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Alfatam may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Alfatam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Alfatam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Alfatam safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Alfatam in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Alfatam safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Alfatam for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Alfatam on the Kidneys?
Alfatam does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alfatam on the Liver?
Alfatam is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alfatam on the Heart?
You can take Alfatam without any fear of damage to the heart.
Alfatam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alfatam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alfatam habit forming or addictive?
Alfatam does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Alfatam does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Alfatam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Alfatam is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alfatam
Taking Alfatam with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alfatam
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Alfatam as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Alfatam consumption may cause constipation. Constipation can be relieved by drinking a lot of water, eating lots of fiber, taking probiotics, exercising regularly or taking an over the counter laxative. Talk to your doctor for managing constipation, should you develop the same.
Yes, it is safe to use Alfatam. It should be used strictly under a doctor's supervisions and one must comply with all the recommendations. One must not take more or less of Alfatam or take it more or less frequently as per his/her will. In some people, however, Alfatam may cause certain side effects like blurred vision, sleepiness, difficulty in ejaculating, sore throat, weakness, etc. Please inform your doctor if you suffer from any of these side effects.
Yes, Alfatam has the potential to lower the blood pressure and cause hypotension. Low blood pressure can be avoided or managed by drinking lots of fluids, taking food rich in B12 and folate, taking adequate salt, and by taking caffeine.
Alfatam might be given for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). The exact mechanism of how it works in erectile dysfunction is not known but It is presumed that it works by improving libido, erection, and overall sexual function.
Yes, Alfatam is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Alfatam helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.
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