a prescription medication containing the active ingredient alfuzosin hydrochloride, primarily used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. It works as an alpha-blocker to relax muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, which improves urine flow.
Key Information
Active Ingredient: Each prolonged-release tablet contains 10 mg of alfuzosin hydrochloride.
Primary Use: It is indicated for treating functional symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlargement of the prostate gland. Symptoms include urinary frequency, urgency, weak stream, and difficulty starting urination.
Secondary Use: It can also be used as an adjunctive treatment with a catheter for a first episode of acute urinary retention related to BPH, particularly in men over 65 years of age.
Dosage: The typical dose for adults is one 10 mg tablet once daily, to be taken immediately after the same meal each day.
Administration: The tablets are designed as a prolonged-release formulation and must be swallowed whole with water. They should not be crushed, chewed, or broken, as this can lead to the inappropriate release of the medication and a higher risk of side effects.
Prescription: This medication requires a doctor’s prescription.
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