Zyalfa Tablet PR
Zyalfa Tablet PR
Zyalfa Tablet PR is a medicine containing Alfuzosin an alpha-adrenergic blocker prescribed to enhance urination in men with an enlarged prostate, a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
By relaxing muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, Alfuzosin facilitates easier urination, relieving symptoms like frequent urges and difficulty initiating urination.
This medication is typically taken orally once a day after a meal, with the dosage determined by the healthcare provider It''s crucial to swallow the tablet whole and not crush, chew, or break it.
Alfuzosin may lower blood pressure, potentially causing dizziness, especially during initial use Patients are advised to rise slowly from a sitting or lying position.
Missing a dose should be addressed by taking it as soon as remembered, but doubling up is not recommended Potential side effects include dizziness, headaches, and fatigue.
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What can patients do to help alleviate or prevent discomfort and side effects due to Zyalfa?
Zyalfa may lower your blood pressure especially when you suddenly stand up after lying down. You may feel dizzy or fainting and therefore you should get up slowly from bed or chair. This medicine may impair your reactions. Hence, avoid driving or hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Can Zyalfa affect my eyes?
In rare cases, Zyalfa may cause abnormal vision. But, it is important to know that this medicine may cause complications during surgery, if you are to be operated for cataract. Hence, inform your doctor before surgery that you are taking Zyalfa. Your doctor may perform surgery differently and complications can be prevented.
Can the use of sildenafil or vardenafil cause trouble when taken along with Zyalfa?
Extreme care should be taken if you are taking sildenafil or vardenafil along with Zyalfa. The combination may cause a significant decrease in blood pressure which can be serious. Inform your doctor if you are taking these medicines.
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Zyalfa Tablet PR
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 Tablet pr
Manufacturer :
Zydus CadilaComposition :
Alfuzosin (10mg)