Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet is a brand name of alfuzosin and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (enlargement of the prostate gland) that causes difficulty in urination. 

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet and metoprolol should not be taken together because metoprolol is an antihypertensive drug which lowers the blood pressure and StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet might also lower the blood pressure. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet and metoprolol together.

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

No, StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet 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.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet does not cause heart palpitations. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing heart palpitations after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, StayHappi Alfuzocin Hydrochloride SR + Dutasteride Tablet 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.