Alfoo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The right dosage of Alfoo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Alfoo have been listed ahead. These side effects of Alfoo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Alfoo has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alfoo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Alfoo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Alfoo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Alfoo with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alfoo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Alfoo 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alfoo is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Alfoo safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Alfoo in pregnant women.
Is the use of Alfoo safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Alfoo for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Alfoo on the Kidneys?
Alfoo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alfoo on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Alfoo on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Alfoo on the Heart?
Side effects of Alfoo rarely affect the heart.
Alfoo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alfoo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alfoo habit forming or addictive?
Alfoo does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alfoo since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Alfoo is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alfoo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Alfoo
Alfoo may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alfoo
Drinking alcohol while taking Alfoo may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, Alfoo is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Alfoo does not cause incontinence. In fact Alfoo provides relief from urinary incontinence due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
No, Alfoo does not shrink the prostate. It works by causing relaxation of the smooth muscles that are present in the bladder neck and prostate.
Yes, Alfoo might lower blood pressure (hypotension). It occurs due to vasodilation (widening of the blood vessels) because it inhibits the effect of certain chemical messengers (adrenaline and noradrenaline) that results in low blood pressure. If you are experiencing dizziness or lightheadedness after taking this drug which is a symptom of low blood pressure, then you are advised to lay down immediately till it subsides and drink salty water.
Take Alfoo 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food because of the presence of food assists in the better absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, improper liver or kidney function.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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